Chapter 9.?The Oath?Maria says that she needs to work with Ed because he is?honest?with his feelings,?open?to the spirit-realm,?confident?in himself, and?committed?to the protection of those who are powerless. Ed swears to protect the weak and those who have no voice. After the Oath, Ed is told that he must be the one to kill Menga and he must decide about Nikki. Mike cannot be chosen, yet.
