Sterling was astonished when Caiden punched the table. Retracing a few steps, the boy hurried back to his room. His heart was pounding when he lay down on the bed. He was going to have to find that location and then proceed to look for his brothers.

After a short while, Kamara and Caiden came back into the room and appeared at ease. One on either side of Sterling, they lay down on the bed and spoke, sharing stories of their past exploits there. Sterling was aware that it was only a ploy to divert his attention and keep him from worrying any more about his brothers.

They quickly drifted...