(or start at the beginning)
“This is simpler than the magic seeds plan,” said Kyla,
“but all we have to do is get Kisandra and get to the boat, right? So our
timing has to be perfect.”
“What do we need to do?” asked Argo.
“While Kisandra and Kaiaphas’ daughter are shopping,” said Kyla,
“we need to cause a distraction to get Kisandra away without the other girl
knowing it. So when we see them I will pretend to be a pick-pocket. I’ll steal
something from the other girl to get her to chase after me. When I do that,
Argo, you have to run over to grab Kisandra and get her to the boat as quick as
you can.”
“You’re going to steal something? Where will you go when
she chases you? What if she calls for the police?” asked Zammie.
Kyla thought for a moment. “If I drop whatever it is I take
then I bet she will stop chasing me. Or at least be distracted long enough to
pick the thing up so I can get away.”
“I don’t know, Kyla,” said Zammie. “This is risky.”
“I think it’s a good idea,” said Argo. “This is a perfect
way to distract everyone and will certainly cause a disturbance which will allow
Kisandra to sneak away. And as soon as we get to the boat you will be ready to
cast off, right Vinnie?”
“Absolutely,” answered Vinnie. “All of you are correct.
This plan will require perfect timing, it’s very risky, and it should provide
the cover you need to get away. Kyla, are you sure you will be able to do your
part?”
“You better not chicken out,” said Zammie.
“I won’t, cousin. Trust me,” she said.
“Good,” said Vinnie. “Then rest now. Another big day
tomorrow. You’ve had several of these big days lately it seems.”
“Zammie?” asked Argo.
“Yes?”
“Regardless of what happens tomorrow, I want to thank you
both for helping me.”
“Don’t mention it, Argo,” said Zammie.
Argo pulled two small, wooden figurines out of his leather
satchel and handed one to Zammie and one to Kyla.
“Here”, he said. “It’s not much, but it’s the only payment
I can offer.”
Zammie and Kyla looked at their gifts. They were soldier
figurines whittled out of wood and decorated with a red and blue dye. The
soldiers wore hoplite armor and held shields and swords. They were a little
rough around the edges, but Argo showed true skill for carving.
“Did you make these?” asked Zammie.
“Yes. I’m not very good at carving, but like I said. It’s
all I have.”
“No, they’re great,” said Zammie.
“Ah, Argo, that’s so sweet,” said Kyla.
Argo blushed. “Well . . . we should rest now. Thanks
again.” He took his spot on the ground
near the campfire and tried to sleep. He could hardly wait for the next day. He
had a tough time sleeping because he was so excited. He had travelled a long
way to get to this point. He still couldn’t believe his fortune in finding
these two children who were helping him. They had done so much for him. He had
no idea how he could ever possibly thank them fully, and the little figurines
were the only things he could offer at this moment. He still wasn’t exactly sure where these two children
even came from.
That night they all slept in an open grassy area on the
edge of the beach while their small campfire kept them warm. The sounds of the
waves hitting the sand ran through their dreams.
Vinnie
was the first to wake. He was up before dawn cleaning some more fish for
breakfast. He also cooked up some biscuits by mixing some flour with a little
of their fresh water and some leftover olive oil. When the children woke up
they were greeted with the pleasant aromas of fresh grilled tuna and fried bread.
They had grape juice mixed with water to drink.
After they had finished their breakfast Argo asked, “Is
everyone ready? Does everyone remember their part?”
“Yes,” said Zammie.
“The boat will be ready,” said Vinnie.
“You know I’m ready,” said Kyla.
To be continued in Chapter 15 . . .
TIME TRIP ADVENTURE 4
KILLING FOR COUNTRY
TIME TRIP ADVENTURE 2
A RIDE ON THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD
TIME TRIP ADVENTURE 3
WITNESS TO THE FIRST THANKSGIVING
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