Chapter 160

If they were quick—and very lucky. 47

“Down the trench?” Alex said, gesturing at the opening to the mine.

A few DO NOT ENTER signs had fallen down or maybe been pulled off to get them out of the way, because there was a clear path into the dark of the mine shaft, welcoming them in. The hill above the mine and cave system was covered in grass and wildflowers, almost pretty despite the entrance being in disrepair.

Alex and Jim opened up their duffle bags and everyone took out one of the hardhats and an extra flashlight, even though the hats had lights on them as well. The flashlights were for backup, but they didn’t want to have to go searching for anything in the dark, so everyone took one in hand. The food and water was only for emergency.