Chapter XV - MEDIC HOVAN REPORTSFORTUNATELY THE PATH out of the straggling town was a twisted one and in a very short space they were hidden from view. Dane paused as if the pace was too much for an injured man. The Medic put out a steadying hand, only to drop it quickly when he saw the weapon which had appeared in Dane’s grip.
“What—?” His mouth snapped shut, his jaw tightened.
“You will march ahead of me,” Dane’s low voice was steady. “Beyond that rock spur to the left you’ll find a place where it is possible to climb down to sea level. Do it!”
“I suppose I shouldn’t ask why?”
“Not now. We haven’t much time. Get moving!”
The Medic mastered his surprise and without further protest obeyed orders. It was only when they were standing by the flitter and he saw the suits that his eyes wid
