Desperate Paths

If it hadn't been for a group of refugees nearby talking—and Derek recognizing Hank's voice—Hank might not have recognized him at all.

They were heading back toward the city, while Hank's group was fleeing from it toward the outskirts. All of them were on foot, and they ran straight into each other.

Derek had already been planning to seek refuge with Hank, so once he saw him, he latched on as if