The Briefcase in the basement

"If Yolanda's goal is indeed to open the magic box and release the spirit, it implies that the spirit would assist her in some way, perhaps by spreading magical abilities," Harry said, frowning.

Ethan nodded in agreement. "Exactly."

Harry continued, "But if the vampire’s magic box is really in Yolanda's possession, what exactly does she intend to do with it?"

Lisa interjected, "If she has the support of other vampires, it all makes sense."

"But in that case, she wouldn't need Roy. Roy is a werewolf," Harry said, shaking his head in confusion.

Peter suddenly spoke up, "Could she be after the werewolf’s magic box?"

I couldn't help but chime in, "Even I didn't know the werewolf’s magic box was with me. How could she possibly know?"

Harry sighed, "That still doesn't add up."

Maria smiled slightly; her expression enigmatic. "Perhaps only Yolanda herself knows the answer to that."

At Maria’s house, I felt a bit fortunate. Being more familiar with Maria, she assigned Neil and me to the same