Hunger (Jane Thornton Book 1) by C.E. Black

Author:C.E. Black [Black, C.E.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: C.E. Black
Published: 2017-04-05T18:30:00+00:00

“If we continue south then turn west when we hit—

“No. We should keep moving southwest in a diagonal path. It will save us time.”

“Exactly the opposite, actually. Your route gets us farther into the mountains sooner than we need. That’ll slow us down.”

“I disagree.”

Gritting my teeth, I hitched my pack higher on my shoulders and sped up my steps, hoping to get far enough ahead of the guys that I wouldn’t be able to hear them anymore. Their bickering hadn’t let up since we’d left the barn, and I’d just about had enough.

“Hey, Jane! Wait up!”

Ignoring Mason’s request, I pushed through some underbrush toward the sound of rushing water. When I reached the bank, I stood still and breathed in the refreshing scent. A small smile lifted my lips. In this one spot, in this one moment, with the birds chirping and the hush of running water as background music, the world was once again a beautiful place.

First Mason, then Kaden, came to stand next to me. “Wow,” Mason murmured. “This place is gorgeous. Don’t you think… Jane?” He called when he noticed my retreating back.

I waved away his question as I walked down the bank toward the stream pool. I wasn’t trying to be rude, and I wasn’t mad at Mason, but listening to the two of them arguing all morning had taken its toll. Quiet. I needed quiet.

Dropping my bag to the ground, I surveyed the area, then pointed to a large cluster of rocks. The men must have understood, because they both nodded, then headed that way. The rocks were large, tall enough to be our natural shower curtain. Undressing, however, couldn’t be done in private.

Turning my back on the guys who stood only a few feet away, I quickly stepped out of my clothes and laid them over my backpack. A breeze caused my skin to prickle, but it wasn’t so bad. It felt more like spring than fall. I was more worried about the water. Mountain rivers were notorious for their icy waters. Which was why I hadn’t jumped in yet.

I dipped the tip of my toe where the water lapped gently on the bank, then pulled it back quickly as I sucked in a sharp breath.

“What’s wrong, Jane?” Mason yelled. “The water too cold for you?”

I’d totally forgotten they were behind me. Both watched me, unabashed at being caught in the act. Kaden lifted an eyebrow, while Mason’s grin stretched ear-to-ear.

Pursing my lips, I rushed headlong into the freezing cold water. Laughter following me, as my eyes widened in shock. Mason bent over, holding his stomach. Even Kaden chuckled.

“Cold?” Mason called.

I gave him my best glare, which only made him laugh harder. I wasn’t really mad. It was pretty ridiculous the way I’d jumped in the water just to hide something both had probably seen a million times over. And them laughing at me was ten times better than the constant bickering.

Every thought in my head came to a frozen halt when I realized I’d missed something very important.

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