Three pairs of thudding footsteps run through the deserted forest as screams and cries echo behind. Their breathes were laboured but none could afford to catch their breath, even for a second.
" Aunt Raven. We need to stop. I am not going to flee like this."
" Father, Saph and grandma need me! They are there all alone!"
One pair stops to be only dragged ahead by Raven's grip on his petite wrist. He thrashes, begrudgingly moving ahead.
" Don't be stupid Aiden! This is a war! They are going to kill you mercilessly if they reach us!"
" We need to reach safety! Your mom is waiting for you!"
Raven's blunt authoritative voice did nothing to alter the kids resolute.
Determination shone in the kids eyes as he tugs to withraw Raven's grip from his wrist. Everyone stops to stare at the resili
