With the border closed, haulage had effectively ceased in S"aven. A sudden unexpected vehicle bounding down the road was already drawing attention. Charlie wanted the Union to take notice, but he was also conscious every moment in the open was a risk. It was imperative they move fast, not just with the drop-off but with opening the border too. If London suspected there was going to be trouble, they would strike first. And if the Institute discovered he was in town, the mission would be a total bust.
John seemed to share his sentiments. He pressed down on the gas, and the truck surged through a red light.
“Slow down,” Charlie warned. “We don"t want to seem like we"re on the run.”
John gave him a look but eased on the brake regardless. At a more respectful pace they tore through town, sti
