*DAMON*
The sun had barely risen and we were already up and about, packing our essentials for the mission ahead. The anticipation was palpable.
"Are you sure it's safe for Carla to tag along? She can't leave little Ann, what if the girl gets scared? I never had children of my own so how do I take care of her until you return, which is not guaranteed." Dryden whispered, complaining for the umpteenth time, as I packed our requirements.
"Look, Carla is trusting you with Ann, and so am I. I don't say this much but you are the smartest man I know. In your vast knowledge of books, I am sure you would think of something, anything at all that would keep her comfortable until we return, which I will guarantee you and everyone else." I replied, draping my bag over my shoulder.
"You had better co
