Chapter 213: Chapter 213

EXT. - THE FOREST - MORNING

Gerri's tour of the area uncovered a rough stone staircase up the side of the ravine, someone's idea of a trail. She took the challenge eagerly, pushing herself up the cliff's cut out steps, hands grasping at the stone above her, toes digging into the hacked off holds deep enough for her worn cowboy boots. Exhilaration rushed through her veins, engulfed her in joy as she climbed faster and faster, pushing her tall body as she wasn't able to in the gym. By the time she reached the top, she was just barely out of breath, shoulders aching pleasantly, thighs burning a little. She brushed at the dirt and debris on the legs of her jeans, the front of her jacket, looking around at the top of the cliff.