Chapter 82: Dead Zone

I could feel Quaid up ahead clearly, like he was there all along. The tingling numbness had gone and as I felt around inside me I understood why. Sebastian. Whatever he did, the connection between my demon and I was back and stronger than ever.

I had to remember to hug him for that. Right after I found out exactly where the stuff came from and how to wipe it from the face of the planet. That stuff was just wrong.

It didn't do much for my physical strength, though, so I was shocked when I easily caught up with Quaid. There was no way I should have. Except he stopped, frozen in place, his mind elsewhere.

I came to a panting halt at his side and took his hand.

My mind instantly chased his, down the channels of his power, and found what he focused on. It looked like a cave entrance, well hidden, a mere slit in the darkness. We studied it together for a moment before he yanked us back.

"I told you to go get help." He wasn't angry. I was ready for angry. Not this flat and empty feeling