“Hold on," Pops lifts his hand and stops in his tracks on the dusty cave floor. “We might be watched," he cautions.
It is an isolated cave. The only signs of life are the insects and a green snake that seems to slither itself out towards where we stand.
I check for any signs of life and motion him to follow me from behind.
For years, he has lived in this cave peacefully. He is now concerned that Lim revealed this secret location in exchange for a reward.
Pops surveys the immediate area again. Finally, radiates a look of peace, agrees that we are alone, and moves forward towards the passageway with me.
We soundlessly make our way from the back exit to the first cavern by the front entrance. This was where Lim sat waiting for us.
This cautious walk back in makes me realize
