Chapter 16

Julian Bless

Julian Bless was tired. His steps were becoming shorter and slower. He and the unit had traveled through the hottest part of the day. The others were just as miserable, but he couldn't show any weakness. The only two that didn't show any signs of slowing were Citizen, who was scouting ahead, and Sid. The bot's joints creaked and clicked with each step it took.

The land was barren. And the old, paved road, which he and the others had followed for a while, had broken off long ago. Dirt and rock covered what most likely used to be grass. They had moved a considerable way towards the city.

The large dome that covered New Therian glinted under the sun's rays. The city of Benton was close as well.

What was Dunlam thinking? How could he?

Julian definitely had a few personal problems with Master Dunlam, but nothing this bad or that would warrant the man turning his back on him. Plus, how could so many of Elysium turn and follow him?