I found a rocky outcropping and moved out of sight of the structure. Gently placing Abby on her feet, I pointed to a small overhang that would hide her well. “Crawl under those rocks and wait for me.”
“Are you kidding me? You’re going to leave me out here alone?”
“There may be hostiles inside the building. I won’t risk your life.”
“But you’ll risk yours?” She shuddered. “I don’t like this. Why can’t we just stay here and wait for someone to track down the escape pod? Would we be able to see a ship from here?”
“Yes. But they also could be flying into a trap.”
“Great. Why can’t I ever win an argument with you?”
“Because I am your much older, much wiser mate who is very skilled in all types of battle.”
“Arguing isn’t a battle.”
“Is it not?” I was glad she could not see my grin as I de
