Chapter 58: Dead Bird in a Tree

The visions provided Roy with at least one clear clue. There was an alien influence at play. Using his palm computer, he was able to scan for anything that was not natural and of foreign origin. A faint microwave signal, almost undetectable by his equipment, was coming from the north. It confirmed that they were heading in the right direction. Clipping the device to his left sleeve, he led the way.

Katreena followed on her steed in silence. She would not let Roy tell her about his visions as she feared they told of possible futures. It was a burden he must carry alone. She wished she could help him to decipher them, but any interference from her, no matter how careful she would be, could affect changes that would render the knowledge useless. All she could do was stay by his side and be ready for whatever he needed.

"What was that?" Roy said bringing his steed to a halt.

"I did not hear anything," Katreena replied.