Before his group teleported back to the Cromwell estate, James asked Jaida to show him around Crale for a little bit. He wanted to see where Justine had grown up.
The one place that fascinated him was the giant library in the middle of the city. Justine had said she liked to read, and he assumed she must've frequented this place quite a bit.
They spent half the day walking around and eating the multitude of seafood delicacies that were a staple in the port city.
When they were ready to leave, James was glad he found the courage to meet with Justine's mother.
She was a sweet and gentle older woman and James swore to himself he would definitely keep her safe. No matter what.
He stocked up on various acids and alchemical concoctions. James remembered that there were different types of magical barriers, and he couldn't always rely on just acid to eat through them.
