Still, I need Pierce to know that I am on his side. That he matters not just to Otti, but to me too. I need to reassure him that I have no intentions of leaving him behind.
"Whatever happens... I will not leave you there," I told him. "I promise that I will come get you no matter what."
Pierce nodded, but I could tell that he was still uncertain. However, I also saw determination. He might be upset, he might blame himself for everything, but there's no way in hell that he'll let Otti suffer. For Pierce's sake, I hope his parents don't have her.
Derek met us in the living room with Franky right behind him. I could tell by Franky's lack of panic that Derek didn't completely fill him in. Pierce took the opportunity to rush out the door without another word.
"Send our best guy with him," I
