Chapter 206

Oren left. Half an hour later, Katelina realized that she needed food, only her transportation was gone. Rachel cheerfully shoved a list of supplies, including four cans of paint, at Kale and told him to take Katelina and Jorick with him.

The nearest town was a smattering of houses, a gas station with a big sign that said "No gas," and a tiny chain store that didn't sell paint.

"She can get it tomorrow." With no remorse, Kale steered them towards the food department - which equaled four aisles.

Katelina surveyed the selection sadly. Three liters of soda, a jar of peanut butter, a loaf of bread and two bags of chips later, they headed for the checkout line.

The lone cashier rang them up and asked unenthusiastically, "Would you like a free newspaper?"

"Sure." Kale grabbed the bags and the checkout girl shoved the paper into Katelina's hands and sent them out the door with a lukewarm, "Have a good night."