My colonists gathered again in the main room, minus Eric. They were no longer looking for a solution this time because I had already decided what they had to do. Now, it's just a matter of how they execute it.
"I think, if Eric's ex-tribe can get through this snow, then we can too." Manu rubs his chin.
"I agree about that." Leva replied. "But, what about you, Manu? Once you get to their place, will you be able to fight to the max?"
Manu wiggled his right shoulder while wincing in pain. "Well, I'll try."
"There's that powder." Kat, who had been silent all this time, suddenly burst out. Her gaze fell on the wooden floor. "Devil's tears. I still have it."
Manu gulped, Leva's gaze sharpened, while Seb just raised an eyebrow in confusion. I remember the drug Kat was referring to.
"Ah, indeed that thing can make me forget about pain and fight even more fiercely. My speed won't be hindered by this scar on my leg either." Manu nodded. "But where did you get it, Kat?"