“Hope, I was not long I was able to gather much needed wood for the night, “she says empting her arms. Looking around her she sees a shattered granite rock. Grabbing the pieces she places them all in a circle then centers the wood strategically in the middle.

“It’s been ages since I last lit a fire hopefully my memory will not deny me.” With the help of dry bush leaves and pieces of flint she was able to start a fire. Once the fire started she turned her attention to Urena. Carefully grabbing her underneath her arms she gently drug her a mere foot away from the fire. After making sure she was comfortable she knelt down beside her.

“There, the heat arising from the fire will bring you warmth, “she says looking down at her although she was sleep Alice hope she would awaken and engage in conversation.

“In my pursuit for wood I stumbled across these, “she says pulling the dried fruit from her pockets, “When your appetite allows please feel free to partake as you wish.” Urena continued to lay as still as she did when she first laid her down.

“I do not know of better time but wanted to take opportunity to express my undying gratitude to you for saving my life a gesture in which I will forever be in your debt, “she expresses then placed her hand on top of hers only to feel coldness beneath.

“Your body responds to the dropping temperatures the warmth of the fire will warm you soon. I’m in no position to request further sacrifice as your life is your own but will you remain at my side until further notice?” When she didn’t get an answer she pressed further.

“I know with each passing moment the pain felt grows greater I only wish you acknowledge breath still fills your lungs and your heart still beats to chest.”

“Urena please give answer, “her voice now trembling with worry.

“She cannot give answer, “Alice looking up sees the Kai and Ate had returned.

“Why not, “her words trembled as she spoke.

“She is no longer.” The Kais words cut like a thousand daggers across her flesh.

“No she cannot be! Urena awaken, “she cries shaking her. It was then Alice looked down at her with a more opened mind. The color was gone from her face, her skin stiff and cold, and when Alice placed her ear to her chest a heartbeat beat no more. After grieving and with the help of the Kai, Urena was given a proper soldiers burial.  With Urena, succumbing to her wounds Alice felt more alone than ever.