Chapter 89: Reunion

"Natalie!"

Julia rushed forward and stood on her toes to hug her. Zurian grabbed her arm and drew her back until he held her clasped against his side.

She glared up at him. "Let go."

She tried to move toward Natalie and his hold tightened. His hand settled on her midriff and she thought she felt his thumb move in a brief caress.

Natalie smiled a little sheepishly. "Zacar gets a little testy if anyone gets too close to me."

"Are you all right, Natalie? Did your TC break down or did Mr. Copper Lizard over there stop you from calling me?" Julia had been out of her mind with worry so long, she couldn't believe she was seeing her friend at last.

The two aliens turned their heads with the same predatory movements, that reminded her of raptors, and pinned her with black gazes. Natalie looked as if she didn't know if she should laugh or run. Julia lifted her chin.