Chapter 75

The air had a distinct, choking, rotten egg smell. That was how Brielle knew that they were almost to their destination. And though the sky was occluded by dense trees again, the temperature and the beads of sweat forming on her nape, was a strong indicator.

Her emotions were split. On one hand, she was relieved that they'd get the food and possible medicine for Xander. Having gone for days just drinking hot water, her steps had slowed, her muscles pained. A throbbing headache was...