she reached the spot where she had last seen him , but her frantically searching hands came up empty . she pleaded with both of them . have you decided that for her ? i promise that well protect it with the others . alexs father was a devoted man , who often spent his own time and money to help teach his students , above and beyond the job . she took off her clothes and slipped into the shirt . she paused a moment , considering her answer . anyone could be lurking back there . 