Chapter 25: Chapter 25 – Ambush, and Danger

Removing her respirator, she took a deep breath of the air. It was incredibly clear. There were no hints of industrial smoke or the salted scent of the ocean drafts buffeting HMS Rebirth. All that was left was the deep aroma of pine and tree sap.

Despite it being around noon on a bright summer's day, the light within the town was dark. The only source coming from the barely discernible sun looming high above. Just like a glass of water, the light shimmered down from above.

Price took out a gun from his bag and aimed it upwards. With a bang, a fluorescent orange lit up the world in front of them. But all Astrid could see was a wall of trees. Crouching down, her hand sifted through the fallen pine needles and dirt. Bringing it to her nose, she sniffed at the soil. The deep earth tickled the fine hairs of her nostrils. Her nape tingled as an excitement welled up within.

I wish my first mission was with Daniel and the others. Putting the thoughts to the back of her mind, she focused on her new environment. With the sign of their arrival, it was obvious the monsters knew they were here. Quickly climbing back into her dress and tying the cloak back onto her shoulders. She was ready.

She watched as half of the Wayfarers were on guard, while the others changed into their armour.

I better change my title now.

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