Capítulo 52: [52] On the way there
The dawn sky began to lose its pink hue, replaced by the blue of the day. Cassidy, Hazuki, Kaya and I found ourselves tightly strapped into the seats of Endeavor. The air was tense as Cassidy started the engine, its low rumble echoing in the confined space. As she maneuvered the vehicle towards the dirt path that led to Pocatello, I turned to Kaya, sitting at my side.
The chief's daughter was an enigmatic presence, her cool demeanor making it difficult to gauge her thoughts. Dressed in well-worn jeans, a camo jacket, and her raven hair pulled back into a ponytail, she exuded a tough, no-nonsense aura that contrasted starkly with the rest of us. Her eyes were firmly trained on the horizon ahead, their icy blue gaze focused and resolute.
"You're a hell of a shot, Kaya," I began, my voice breaking the silence inside the truck. "That warning shot you took at Cassidy's feet was on point."
She gave a small nod in response, her gaze never wavering from the road ahead. Her lips were pressed into a thin line, a mirror of the determination that radiated off her. "It's a skill I had to develop. Survival in these times demands it."
Her response was typical of her, I realized. She was reserved, not given to displaying her emotions openly. Yet, there was an undercurrent of intensity in her words, hinting at the hard experiences that had molded her into the woman she was now. I could only imagine what she had seen, the challenges she had faced to be as formidable as she appeared.
Cassidy chimed in from the front, a playful note in her voice, "You'll have to teach us some of your tricks, sniper girl."
Kaya's gaze finally shifted, moving from the road to meet Cassidy's eyes in the rearview mirror. There was a momentary pause before she spoke, her voice steady, "Maybe. If it's necessary."
"Is that a promise?" Cassidy teased, grinning as she navigated the truck around a large boulder on the path.
"No, it's a possibility," Kaya clarified, her expression unreadable.
I watched this exchange with a smile. Despite the grim circumstances, there was an undeniable camaraderie growing among us. We were becoming a team, unified by our shared goal and the challenges that lay ahead.
Turning back to Kaya, I added, "Whatever the case may be, we're glad to have you with us. Your skills... they're invaluable."
Kaya just gave another small nod, her gaze once again fixed on the road ahead. There was an understated gratitude in her icy blue eyes, though, and a hint of softness. Underneath her cool exterior, I could tell she appreciated the praise.
We fell back into silence as Pocatello loomed ahead, a shadowy silhouette against the lightening sky. Each of us was lost in our thoughts, mentally preparing for the mission ahead, and what it might cost us.
"While the dead may ignore you, there could still be raiders inside Pocatello." Kaya warned.
Her voice shattered the silence within Endeavor, drawing our attention to her. Kaya had a point - my unique circumstance wouldn't make me invisible to raiders who may have taken up residence in Pocatello. The thought of that possibility made a shiver of unease creep up my spine.
Her icy blue eyes were on me now, a flicker of concern shining in them. She was usually all business, her emotions hidden under a stoic demeanor, but in this moment, she showed a hint of vulnerability. It was as though the weight of what we were about to do, the danger we were about to face, had become real to her.
"Yes, you're right," I said, swallowing hard. It was essential to acknowledge the gravity of our task, to plan for every possible obstacle. "We'll need to be cautious. We can't take any chances."
Cassidy glanced back at me, her usually vibrant eyes clouded with worry. "She's got a point, Chang," she admitted, gripping the steering wheel tighter. "We've dealt with zombies before, but raiders...they're unpredictable. They're desperate."
Hazuki, who had been quietly observing from the backseat, finally spoke up. "We should have a plan then," she suggested, her voice soft yet firm. Her gaze met mine in the rear-view mirror, full of determination. "We need to be ready for whatever we might face."
We started discussing potential strategies. Cassidy offered her knowledge on navigating city streets, while Kaya shared her insight into how raiders might behave based on her experiences with them. Hazuki provided ideas for quick medical solutions in case of an emergency, her training as a nurse shining through.
"But remember," I added, looking at each of them in turn. "Our goal is to get the booze and return to the reservation. We aren't looking for a fight. Avoid conflict if possible."
Each of them nodded in understanding, their expressions serious. The jovial atmosphere from earlier had disappeared, replaced by a solemn determination.
"Agreed," Cassidy said, her eyes meeting mine in the rear-view mirror. "We avoid trouble, grab what we need, and get out."
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