CHAPTER 8
Ian stood there just looking at Colby. What the hell did they stumble into? Who would hurt a small child?
Going to Colby's side, Ian tried to help soothe the child as he softly asked, "Who's Kimmy? Is she your sister?"
Shaking her small head, Mary sniffled as she said, "No, she's...she's my best friend. She made me go without her."
Mary pulled back with huge eyes as she urged, "I didn't want to. I told her to come with me but she...she said only one of us could go or they would know. So, I used my claws, like my daddy taught me to do with the trees, and I made a hole and then I found Colby."
Ian nodded as he smiled softly, saying, "You did good, Mary. Now I have a question for you. Is that okay?"
Mary nodded as she wiped her eyes.
"I have a very good friend that is missing
