Jacob nodded his agreement. "Rich, I must ask of you that you stay with Zande and see that she comes to no harm should I be mistaken."
"Perhaps I could draw him out with my voice," Zande offered, suddenly anxious, not wanting to be separated from Jacob.
You will not attempt to draw out the vampire. Rich will keep you close. Stay linked with me unless I break off suddenly, and do not merge again unless you are in danger. Please do as I ask. Without your cooperation, I will be unable to help Dedari. Jacob communicated to her through their mind path.
Zande bit her lower lip. Rich was moving to her side, his face grim and harsh. "I will concentrate on holding Amia to us," she agreed as Rich gently but firmly took her arm. "I will not fail her."
