Return Journey & A Warning
The next morning, Giles, Daniel, Hawks and Thomas Whiddon, departed for the long ride to Exeter. The Constable remained behind in case he should be needed. After the snowfall, the weather was still except for a raw cold that covered the vast area of moorland. When the first light of day broke across the horizon, it became a bit colder. Despite this, they made their way along the road that twisted and turned, up hill and down. They kept alert and spoke very little, each one feeling that at any moment they could round a bend and come face to face with the four rogues. Throughout the journey they saw no one, except by a farm or village, until they were well clear of the moor. The friendly faces to the four riders were a welcome sight.
During their ride, at about t
