Chapter 39. Happy Never After

The journey back to Grosthe is a nail-biting experience for the friends. The chattering of gibberish from the radio forms the backdrop of the venture as their minds wander off to the horror that awaits them in the City.

Seated in the backseat, Lara and Claire exchange glances at intervals, while the hairy driver in front sings along with the afro-beat playing on the radio station.

“You got this,” Claire places her hand over Lara's. “Better believe it.”

Lara shakes her head in disagreement, removing her hand from her friend’s warm grip.

“There is no need to lie to me, Claire. But I don’t think I have a choice here. I got to believe everything is going to work out somehow, anyway.”

“Welcome to the hustle and bustle of the City!” The driver announces with cheerful giggles, as they leave behind a sign-board of Grosthe, with a clear indication that it is just sixty kilometers away. The factor behind his glee remains a mystery to the friends, but he stay