36. Never Ending Saga

Obeying her mother's words, Ruby's hands quickly grasped the rough rope. "Go on. Look up at the sky. Never look down."

alternately pushed against the wall. Climbing up little by little, she stared at the sky without blinking. Careful to get there. It was very beneficial that Ruby often went hunting with her pack. The muscles of her legs and arms could work together. The more her arm ached, the stronger her resolve became. Soon, this pain would end. Soon, she would be able to continue living with Jay.

Ruby's hands moved to reach the sides of the hole.

A final, thunderous moan. Ruby raised her body with all her might. Her knees fell on the rough surface of the stone roof. Their position was safe and level. She moved away from the hole.

"Oh, it's a miracle," chirped Jemma.

A surge of energy overcame Ruby. The girl ran to Jemma with flashing silver eyes. Ruby jumped up, grabbing Jemma by the neck. "Don't waste time. Take me to Jay now!"

They disappeared across dimensions.

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"ARGH!"