Malachi's expression didn't shift. At least the boy knew how to lie, he thought as he gave his shoulder an encouraging squeeze.

"And I hardly think you would have preferred for these innocent children to go into a pub," he added on easily.

This constable was... difficult. Which meant the only thing to do, was to confuse him.

"When did I say I could not locate her? I said that I was watching them, and I'm right here with them."