Love Coming from the Least Expected

“Well, Yvonne, you… Forget it, come inside first. I’ll tell you all about it.”

Sean led me into the big yard and to the dorm inside. He said something to the guards at the entrance and left in a hurry. Initially, I did not suspect anything. After waiting for a very long time, it suddenly dawned on me that Sean had no intention to tell me anything about Christopher. He actually wanted to keep me here, refusing to let me take the risk.

Everyone was baffled at my desire to come here, especially because I did not possess any special capability that would be of any help. They probably felt that I was just creating more trouble for them. What they did not know was how terrified I was whenever I thought about Christopher being left alone somewhere. He was probably injured and had no way to call for help. Death might have crossed his mind multiple times.

At night, I took a peek outside. There was a group of soldiers gathering at a spot nearby, but they dispersed soon after. Did they leave to go find Christopher? I was so frustrated.

keep waiting. Time is running out,” I

bring me dinner. He felt so helpless at my remark. “The police is everywhere. Sean has instructed us not to leave. There’s no use to fret. With the number of people

as I picked up the utensils, but

was about to go out, I heard some noises behind

asked, “Are you going to stop

you’d sure find a way to escape.” Lyle glared at me while pointing outside. “The guards here are on an hourly rotation. They will take a fifteen-minute rest during the changing of guards. Half an hour has passed. Hang on for

you, Lyle. I

first time expressing my earnest gratitude toward him. His understanding made

we sneaked out of the room. When we were on the second floor, I heard a faint conversation from one

solid signs or clues. It’s ultra-dangerous in the desert, with no food or water… Still being chased by John? We should get rid

and pieces of information picked up were sufficient to make me panic. Nonetheless, those were very precious clues. I exchanged glances with Lyle. In a flash, I made

down. We left the town in total darkness.

to Lyle, “I’m really thankful that