KARENSA
The sun beat down hard on my back as I marched forward, eager to reach the Hybrids' land before the sunset. I didn't take the used track, afraid Gervais might send his men after me when he discovered I had escaped. I had no wish to bring any disaster to Èmeric's pack. That was why I took the path that was less travelled, keeping to the South.
My eyes darted around, searching for anything that might be amiss. I was acting extremely cautious because I had to.
“f**k!” I moaned as a sharp spasm hit me. It wasn't the first time it had happened. This was the fourth time actually. I leaned on a tree with my hand planted under my stomach. Beads of sweat coated my forehead.
Moaning, I sat on the ground and placed my head on the tree, with my eyes closed as I tried to ride out the pai
