The Man's Decree

“Let’s rest for a bit, Tom…” Hamish said as he broke free of Rostom’s grip and sat down on the side

“We’re almost there, Mr. Chevalier. The exit is straight ahead! Moreover, it’s not safe to rest in this spot. We can find a secure location to rest once we’ve reached our destination,” Rostom advised.

He then tried to help Hamish up, but the older man waved his hands and refused to get up no matter what.

Consequently, Rostom turned toward Kiara and said, “Please tell Mr. Chevalier to get up, Kiara. It’s too dangerous for us to rest here.”

“How about we find a spot to rest up front, Dad?” Kiara suggested. Hamish shook his head. “I’m afraid we might not be able to rest if we head over there.”

“Why not?” Kiara asked in confusion.

us out of this mountain,” Hamish responded. He then fixed Rostom

explain, “Are you serious, Mr. Chevalier? I heard about

act. Kiara was starting to panic. “Did we take a wrong turn, Dad? What

and see if we’re

out what’s going on, but

wasn’t long before she saw Rostom walk up to a group of people. She couldn’t hear what they were saying

back and reported her findings

is up to no good.

Kiara, only to

following him, Rostom fabricated, “I’ve discovered a suitable spot for us to rest, Mr. Chevalier. It’s just up ahead. Additionally, we’re on the correct

lying to them. Getting straight to the point, he demanded, “Stop lying to me, Tom. Who did you go

one! I didn’t see anyone!” Rostom adamantly refused to admit