Waning Moon by P. J. Sharon

Author:P. J. Sharon
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Dystopian trilogy, teen romance, scifi/fantasy, action/adventure survival, healing
Publisher: PJ Sharon Books via Indie Author Project
Published: 2012-09-25T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter 21

“What do you mean, it’s gone?”

I bit the inside of my cheek, thinking about how much to say and how to say it. “The doctor has both the coins and the medicine, but I can get the medicine. Don’t worry. I’ve got it covered.” I tried to sound confident as I packed my bedroll and handed Rudy the bag of coins I’d stashed inside a secret pocket for emergencies. I thrust the wad of vouchers at him. “Here, you’ll need these.”

“What kind of trouble have you got yourself into, Miss Lily?” Rudy stuffed the roll into his pocket with the bag of coins. He crossed his beefy arms over his dark chest. The sleeveless shirt he wore bulged at the shoulders and scooped low off his neck.

“Nothing I can’t handle.” The scratches on my cheek had already disappeared and only two pink fading lines remained on my forearm. “It’ll be okay; I promise.” I looked over at the two wolves that were leashed and tied to the trailer hitch. A great pair of protectors you guys turned out to be, I thought.

Rudy saw me looking at the boys. “They were causing all kinds of trouble down at the docks looking for you. Crashing through the crowd after ya’. I had to leash ‘em before somebody got hurt or the authorities took ‘em away.”

Bo and Pappy paced anxiously. How could I be mad at those pitiful mugs? Rudy was right. The city was no place for them, but I couldn’t take them with me to do what I had to do.

“Keep them here with you.” I patted each of the wolves in turn, letting them lick my hand furiously. “Make sure you feed them twice a day and give them plenty of water if you’re keeping them leashed. And watch them,” I said, “They’re sneaky.” I ruffled their fur one last time.

“I’ll take care of the dogs. You take care of yourself, Missy. Are you sure you don’t want me to come with you?” He tilted his head, eyeing me doubtfully.

“I’m certain.” I yanked the center pole out of my lean-to and folded the lightweight tarp around the posts and grounding pegs. Packing it into a small square, I stuffed it neatly into the bottom of my pack. “Besides, I need you to fill the rest of the orders.” I handed him the extensive lists to go with the vouchers. “I’m sorry I’m dumping all of the work on you, but I have to focus on what’s most important.” I stepped in and hugged the big man, feeling him stiffen and then slowly wrap his muscled arms around me. “It’s what Sam would want me to do,” I said, as I buried my head in his shoulder and then pulled away. “Trust me, Rudy. This is the best way for you to help me. Please, just get all the orders filled, stay with the caravan, and make sure everything makes it back home safely. I’ll either meet up with you on the road back or I’ll see you at home.

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