“Acha's a trader, so Teanna can pass through with her,” Rob advised as Fey hoisted the young woman onto his back. He lit both ends of the torch. “For the sake of us all, keep the shadows at bay.” Teanna wasn't sure if this was a prayer or an order, but she took it in her trembling hand, increasing the pressure with her other arm as she hooked it across Fey's chest.
“I'll take flank,” Acha volunteered.
“We both will. If Fey leads, we can cover the sides and rear together.” Rob lifted a small pouch off his belt, nicking a hole into it and allowing the black powder within to start a trail behind him. “If it looks bad, worse, touch your flame to this. It may be enough to buy us a few moments.”
“Do you still carry flash bombs?” Acha questioned as they began their rapid hike. He looked to her
