They finally stopped at the underground cave; the pure water crystal clears all the way to the bottom. Again, the sight took her breath away. Everyone stood in silence as they appreciate the cave’s magnificence and its content; the water’s calming effect mesmerizing them in complete silence. Even Karl was quiet. He and Patrick had exchanged words during the journey but now he was staring with greedy beady eyes to the crystal-clear water.
Tanya wrapped her arms around herself since it was considerably colder inside. The sudden temperature drop chilled her and she shivered lightly. Then she felt a warm body pressed against hers and she knew it was Dirk. She gave a sad smile and leaned against him for a brief moment - drinking in his strength and armouring herself with it; she knew she would need it if she wanted to stay alive in this cat and mouse game, before she stepped away. She had to think with an open mind.