Chapter 42 The Hushed and Restless Floors

Despite the slight from Colby, Harrison remained undeterred. He crouched down, speaking earnestly to the dog. "You're clever, and you hold your own when it counts. But the world out there is harsh right now. You'll need to grow stronger if you want to protect yourself—and the ones you care about." "Mhm, mhm," Nadia agreed, gently scratching the dog's head in an attempt to ease the tension. "Colby, you'll protect me, won't you?"