“That’s what I don’t understand.” Croix sighed. “Not only are all reyvateils female, but you’re born a reyvateil. You don’t just suddenly become one. And yet, for some reason, you have an installer port on your back and we just had to use the agent on you.” He momentarily wondered if he looked as confused as he felt. It was very likely.

“And, yes, that’s exactly what I’m saying,” Croix continued, “because I know reyvateils who have had to go through that every few months. They’re still alive today.”