Tad watched as the last of the settlers were led out of the secret exit. Only Fevor and Leanna remained. He took Fevor's hand. "Don't forget to give Grant my message. Otherwise, he'll come up with some damned fool plan that will get us all captured." Fevor nodded in acceptance, "We plan to meet in Williwaw. That's the end of the line for our escape route. If anything happens, meet us there", and then he was gone into the hidden exit. "You know, Tad",Leanna started gliding towards him, "I know the risk you're taking. This could easily turn into a one way trip. I don't think I'm quite ready to let you go. I need you to get back to us, get back to me." Tad was caught off guard by the vulnerability and softness in her voice. "There's no need to worry, Miss. I don't have any invention on

