Dale gazed at the open portal in front of him, double-checked the cage, then confirmed his calculations one last time. He didn’t want anyone, including himself, to end up on the moon again.
His thoughts traveled to Aislinn, who he hoped against hope was faring well on their home planet.
I’m coming, my love.
I’m coming, my love.Dale turned and motioned toward the cage bearers. “Come.”
Cade, Wyatt, Juan Carlos, and Shane lifted the cage handles to their shoulders and strode toward the portal.
“I’m stunned this thing doesn’t weigh more,” confessed Cade.
“It’s the crystals in the handles. They counteract the weight of the dampening stones.”
The Rogue Hunters followed behind, except Jacob, who sat on the ground near the red rock, heaving.
Dale glanced at Hugh, concerned. “Is he alright?
