“Ignore him,” Lisa said, tugging Bethany by the hand and leading her deeper inside.
Jackson smiled but didn’t explain himself. He picked up the rest of their supplies and followed them in.
Lily stayed behind for a moment, watching Miracle sniff curiously around the cave. “Do you like it here, boy?” she asked softly.
“Woof! Woof!” Miracle wagged his tail furiously and barked twice, as if answering her.
Lily laughed and patted his head. “Good boy. You know, the captain and I secretly stayed here one night before the others came. It was… nice.” Her voice softened at the memory, her eyes growing distant. That night—just the two of them—was something she’d never forget.
“Whoa, there’s even a window?” Bethany’s excited voice echoed from inside the cavern.
Indeed, there was an opening near
