Ch 54: The Fleeing Of The Two Flames

Astasha and Helia rode in silence as fast as they could for as long as the horses could handle, their senses on high alert, watching, listening, and feeling for any sign of an enemy. It was difficult going between dodging trees, and avoiding fallen logs and large rocks, not to mention there was little way of knowing exactly how far they had gone, not having the road to follow.

Light was just beginning to creep into the world when they finally slowed to give their steeds a break. Neither could detect anything to cause immediate worry, and so they dismounted by a small stream and let the horses rest and drink.

“How far do you think we are from Brecken?” It was the first Astasha had spoken aloud in hours and her voice was dry. Dipping her hands in the water, she brought it to her mouth before splashing the rest on her face. She didn’t know how long she had been awake, but it was only a matter of time before the adrenaline of everything wore off and exhaustion set in.

Helia joined her