Chapter 26 – Crater Labor Prison
“Hey,” Cole said. He sat down at the table. Fat Rick's was sort of “neutral ground,” and it was frequented by both Hermians and Leland employees. None of the other diners paid him any mind. “Your friend here said you needed to talk to me.” He jerked his head towards Free.
“Yeah.” Dale took a sip of water.
Cole glanced around. “Where's Annora? I figured she'd be with you.”
“I didn't tell her I was coming here.”
“Too bad. I was hoping to see her again.” Cole's brow furrowed. “Something going on between you two?”
“No. Just thought it would be safer for her to stay behind.” Which was the truth. The incident with Borghi had shaken him up, and Annora might have been hurt if things had gone just slightly differently. But he wasn't going to tell Cole that. Da
