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Core instinctively knew where Markham would go. A wounded animal often retreats to its den, and the room where Markham had brought him earlier was the only place Markham truly felt invincible.
He climbed the stairs, pausing briefly to watch as Avery began searching for the remaining soldier. He felt her soothing touch in his mind. She no longer sought to prevent him access. Today had demonstrated that when they were connected, they were a powerful team, a true power couple.
He refocused his attention on Markham. When he reached the top of the stairs, he turned to the open doors at the end of the corridor. The room’s interior was dim, the only light coming from a few displays on the wall above the large desk.
His lips twitched in amusement. Prime warriors had very good night vision.
