Clearly, Alec will need to recruit Phoenix for this endeavor.

Vahl wouldn't need to read Alec's mind. He's not trying to hide anything in this particular instance. "Me... Well, he might take an interest in you, if he discovers you and Phoenix... and others exist. I don't think he'd try and kill anyone." There's a pause. "Maybe Phoenix, now that I think about it. But that's more on ... well, he resembles the Forgotten's opposite number and he will kill any of them at any possible opportunity. On general principle."

Getting out of his slouch, he leans forward to rest his elbows on his knees. "He's already taken an interest in my ... not demon problem, which is what I'm more worried about right now. Death's Shadow doesn't know exactly how much of his power extends to other worlds yet, so he'll be cautious."