Warrior
“Against frozen ground, the thud of footfalls sounded loud compared to the enveloping silence as Anika trudged behind Urazi. Surely he did not intend them to march through the night? Her legs and feet ached, and if she hadn’t packed it herself, she would have sworn the carryall on her back contained heavy stones instead of clothing, sleep coverings, food, and other supplies. Urazi’s pack bulged, larger and far heavier, yet he showed no signs of tiring. Since leaving the camp, they had maintained a brisk pace unbroken but for two too-brief respites.But she did not complain. She understood the urgency to widen the distance between them and their would-be pursuers. By now, the guerillas would have discovered Grogan’s body. She did not doubt a team had been dispatched to hunt her down.“How far do you think we have traveled?” she called.“Twenty kilometers, perhaps a little a more. Do you grow weary?” Urazi halted.“I am fine,” she lied.“We will stop soon. You have not complained nor hindered... our travel.MoreLess
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