Onwards we went through what could have been a tropical paradise. A pungent smell of flowers added to the experience. I wondered if the mission was really worth it; we could just stop and stay here. I shook my head, trying to regain my composure.
The white pyramids drew closer. No guards were in sight, only drones hovering overhead in a gentle breeze.
When they reached the nearest pyramid, the only option was to go underneath it. A handful of silver columns held the whole structure aloft. It was much cooler. I could hear the thud of our feet against the concrete. It made me nervous, and I noticed that Tabitha increased her pace. Nevertheless, the bright light at the other side grew larger and we were soon back outside at the other side.
And yet, there were more. A chill went down my spine. Something was right. We should have been within view of the nearest settlement. I stopped and looked around. But there was nothing unexpected or out of place.
“What’s wrong?” Tina frowned.
“I don’t know.” And I didn’t.
We turned and walked to the next pyramid, which was even larger. The buzzing of the drones had stopped, and even the gentle breeze had dissipated. Once more we went down the ramp underneath.
We quickened our steps still further. I tried to take solace in the sound of our footsteps. But then I heard an extra set, and then still more.
I glanced at Tabitha, and then behind. Armed men in red uniforms were behind us.
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