Bob sits back, pouting. "Oh, you're such a bother. Fine. One more, and then I'll release you. Solve the riddle I gave, and you're free." Then, Bob is surrounded by flames, as he suddenly leans forward, his eyes glowing brightly. "However, if you do not, I'll make you my bitch for all eternity."
Solus' illusion nods, smiling. As he had suspected, both would be prepared to give anything for the book. And thus, he would ask them for everything. "Let me name my first price. Tell me everything about witches. How does one become a witch? How does witch magic work? Why are there only female witches? Does being a witch remove your dress sense, or is that just an unhappy coincidence?" Solus patiently awaits the answer, taking each of his questions seriously.
"What a shame." Stein steps towards Ruby, as he hands her a phone. "Please keep this, and call me if you see her. I lost her when I was brought here, and have been trying to find her ever since." Stein gives a dramatic sigh, allowing the sadness to be apparent in his eyes. Had he not been a serial killer, he could easily have made a living as an actor. Then, he turns to the group as a whole. "I don't suppose you could help me find her?"