Chapter 9 Home

"April you don't have to do this. You might get hurt." Gabrielle pleaded as I got my weapons ready.

"Don't worry about me Gabrielle." I assured her. "Just pray for me okay." I said with a small smile.

A couple of tears escaped her eyes as she stepped forward to hug me.

I wrapped my arms around her shoulders soothingly.

"I'll bring your mother and the rest back. I promise you this Gabby." I told her softly to which she only nodded and sniffed.

We pulled back just as Hugh entered the room.

"I got you a backpack and filled it with whatever you might need. I even added two water bottles for when you get thirsty." He said as he handed me a small bag.

I smiled widely at him.

"Thanks."

"Be careful April." Gabrielle said as she looked me straight in the eyes.

I nodded with a smile before putting my mask on and wearing my hood to hide my hair.