“They tortured him here?” she asked. “Out in the open?” Kelsier nodded, imagining the screams reverberating out to the uncomfortable beggars. The Ministry liked to be very visible with its punishments. “Why the hook?” Vin asked. “It’s a ritual killing reserved for the most reprehensible of sinners: people who misuse Allomancy.” Vin frowned. “Camon was an Allomancer?” Kelsier shook his head. “He must have admitted to something heinous during his torture.” Kelsier glanced at Vin. “He must have known what you were, Vin. He used you intentionally.”
