Helena began climbing onto Missy. “Missy, I am so sorry. I must find my parents. If there’s any chance he knows something, I’ve got to do this.” She gingerly rested her knees on Missy’s arms, her feet placed on the cross, underneath Missy’s body.
Missy began screaming and bucking, attempting to throw Helena into the water.
“That’a girl. Now don’t slit her throat until I give you the signal. We don’t want anything happening prematurely.” He handed her the ancient dagger, but Helena couldn’t take it.
“Come on... Is this a dagger which I see before me? Take the knife. Your parents await!” He motioned for her to take the weapon.
Helena relented and took the dagger, clutching it in both hands over Missy’s bare throat. “Close your eyes, Missy. I’ll make it as quick as possible.” Tears were r
