Making their way through the streets, dodging past the other early risers that were already out and about, the four made their way to the edge of the town and headed back out into the empty countryside.
Setting a steady pace, the four travellers walked across the fields, enjoying the early morning sunshine.
The girls chattered happily to each other, the excitement for their nearing destination palpable. The further they walked, the more withdrawn Vaughn was becoming, the weight of his decision anchoring his feet, making them harder and harder to lift.
‘Come on slow poke’ Gabriella called behind her with a giggle, ‘we want to get to the castle today, and that is not going to happen if you keep dawdling.’
Olivia glanced over her shoulder, giving her mate a radiant smile that both lifted
