Page 24 of Fresh Flesh

I heave a long sigh.

“I know. Do not call the train. I will catch up with them if I have to go all night.”

I end the communication, gripping the handlebars tightly. I now realize the truth.

I am in love with Maisie.

I will fight anyone who dares get between us. I will reclaim her and hold her in my arms, and never let her go.

Eventually, I reach one of the train stations dotting the landscape. The Grengorans in charge look at me curiously as I pull the zoomer to a halt and jump off.

“You,” I say to one of them. “The train that just went past, when is it next scheduled to stop?”

“Not until it reaches its destination,” he replies, a little bit puzzled.

I curse under my breath. As soon as she is offloaded, she will be sold to those who farm the humans.

And then, she will be as good as dead.