Night had claimed the forest completely by the time they returned.
The moon hung low and pale, caught between drifting clouds, it's light fractured by the canopy overhed.
Maria moved carefully, her light hooded low.
John followed behind her, quieter than usual, every sense sharpened. Emilia walked beside them, slower, cautious with her steps but stubbornly present. She had insisted on coming despite everything.
“Lets check out the places with less casualty.” Maria said looking at the map.
“Zone C and D has less casualty.” Emilia pointed out.
“I'll head to C you both can go to D.” Maria said.
“No way. We move together.” John said immediately.
“Thanks but it'll be faster…” Maria said
“I think John's right. So no one gets bitten again.” Emilia said.
“Fine.” Maria rolled her eye
