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Chapter 78: The Monsters of the War
“We should put a tracker on you and a tag to your clothes that informs people where to return you in case you get lost.”
Ellis smacked his shoulder lightly.
“You are easy to track, Micheal commented. “Look.” He pointed towards several flat stones that bote bloody footprints.”
Logan shuddered.
“What is it?” Ellis asked.
“God, it must have been horrible…” he said.
“Don’t think about it. I’m fine. All of us are fine. Let’s focus on that.”
“Found them!” Micheal called. As Logan drew closer, Ellis confirmed that these were indeed the parents. Micheal rolled the bodies over and paused.
Logan nearly dropped Ellis. “What is it?” she asked frantically.
“It’s Sean… Micheal’s youngest son.” Logan said. “But what is he doing here? And when did he get a mate?”
Miche
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