Alex’s POV
Like we were all on the brink of making a decision none of us wanted to, the stillness separating us felt crushing. My heart thumped in my chest, and I felt the weight of what was approaching down on me.
"We can't stay here much longer," Marcus murmured, pacing frantically over the little hut. Though his voice was quiet, it had a stiffness that betrayed his discomfort.
I turned to face Samantha, seated near the window, gazing out at the sky lowering. The last bits of the setting sun lit her face; her expression was invisible. Knowing her well enough, I could see she was fighting something deep inside—something I could not reach no matter how much I wanted.
"We know what they are capable of now, Marcus said, his voice cutting. "We have seen the extent The Order will travel. W
