It’s a way to keep Telepaths out. Kind of like putting a wall around your mind.” “Is that why I can’t hear you?” “Maybe. Can you tell me what I’m thinking right now?” “I told you, I don’t hear your thoughts the way I do with other people.” “That’s because humans have weak minds—but that’s not what I meant. If you listen, can you hear me?” “I . . . don’t know. I’ve never tried to read a mind before.” “You just have to trust your instincts. Concentrate. You’ll know what to do. Try.” She hated being bossed around—especially since he wasn’t answering her questions. Then again, what he wanted her to do might be the only way to find out why he looked so concerned. She just had to figure out what he meant by “listen.” She didn’t have to tell her ears to hear—they just did. But listening

