"However," he began as he removed the leather glove from his left hand. "I may be able to find him without leaving you."
By now, Julia should have well known that the bond she shared with Derek went beyond most human relationships. The two were connected in a way that neither of them would ever consciously understand. If he could tap into that link, then perhaps he could find a clue as to the location of Derek. "Touch my hand." Soulchaser instructed her. Julia looked up at him and stood. With tears in her eyes but blue gaze glaring, she raised her chin to him and growled "If anything happens to him and you aren't there to protect him..." She then put her hand into his, but the unspoken promise was there. There would be some payback to who or whatever hurt Derek - no matter who or what that thing was.
