Fifty Five

HUNTER

My senses heighten, and I feel powerful, concurring with my lupine strength. We haven't had anything to eat for days, and Hudson only shared his water when he is in a good mood.

The rare water bodies we come across are as dirty as shit, and owning to our epicurean birth, we rather go thirsty than drink from its source.

My two weird brothers trail behind me like watchdogs, monitoring my every step for as little as a funny gait so they sweep me off my feet and onto their backs... Protective and dangerous.

Alas, the light at the end of the tunnel; after unending hours of trekking, we are finally out of the woods.

"Jeez!” Hudson exclaims, "Not in my wildest dream, will I envisage embarking on such quest.”

I laugh out so hard, for the very first time, we are standing on a common ground. I wouldn't dare, I only attempted this because of Aaliyah and I hope she isn't disappointed.

"Not even to impress Aaliyah?” Hector teases. His constant probe into Hudson’s case is alarming. For