章 169: Chapter 173:  Meeting Apo

Back at the mountain, Chiko and Lala had just finished packing their things and are about to continue trekking towards the summit of the tallest mountain in the Philippines.

"Shall we?" Lala asked not Chiko but the group of the hikers led by Felix. They had all agreed to start trekking at the same time on the last day. As long as they continue moving today, they are all expected to reach the summit by the next four hours. 

That is of course if they never stop moving. Now that they are nearing the top, the oxygen in the air has long gone thin. Adding to the fact that the track going up would only get smaller and steep. 

The last rush is sure to be the hardest one.

"We are ready any time," Felix answered with a confident smile while tightening the shoelaces. He and his team have also just finished packing their things and are all still full of energy after a hearty breakfast that Chiko cooked for everyone.