Thomas stared at him. "You could die..." Thomas began then stopped, staring at his eyes. That, Thomas thought. That is what it is to be a friend. To be able and willing to give up your life for each other. To do anything for each other. That is what it is. I have to drop the shield. I have to trust Rex. He nodded. "Okay, Rex." And dropped the shield.Rex shifted his weight slightly off of them. He looked at Thomas, his eyes telling him to drop the shield.