Manning tried to read Hush’s expression. Did he want to stay and watch? Maybe. Manning wasn’t sure wasting time here was a good idea. With Hush being able to talk to birds they should head into the city, into the parts of Fagerdal he’d never go unarmed, and find a spot. They should hole up somewhere where Manning could keep Hush safe while he scanned the area.
“You wait here and keep an eye on the building while I go and fetch the car. There is another area I want you to see.” He took a step out between the trees.
“I can call the moose back.”
“Eh…no thanks. I’ll walk, shouldn’t take more than half an hour or so. You’ll be all right here, right?”
Hush gave a slow nod and Manning reached out to squeeze his hand. Maybe he shouldn’t leave Hush. What if Diamond came or North? “Don’t…go anyw
