Hand in hand, they made their way downstairs. Velvet wanted to help in the preparation. If she was going to be a part of the pack, she wanted to be a contributing member.
As she took her last step on the stairs, she felt someone slide up against the walls in her mind. He knew it was Pearl and let her in. She squeezed Julian’s hand.
‘Pearl is checking in.’ Julian nodded and guided her to his office. She didn’t let go of his hand; she wanted him to be a part of whatever Pearl wanted to talk about. She sat, and he took a seat beside her.
‘Hello Samarna, thank you for the food delivery. It shall certainly sustain me for a time. I notice that Julian is here.’ Velvet looked at Julian and realised that he was seeing and hearing Pearl as well. He looked to be somewhat in shock.
‘This will only
