A moth to a flame

A sliver of relief washed over Joanna when she felt that the burden that had been pressed on her shoulders was finally lifted as the unknown parties who seemed to be searching for her were finally away, heading to the other side of the place that she had chosen to hide.

However, although she was not alone, she did not dare to let her guard down, as another unexpected guest might appear to make another surprise.

She wondered whether another mishap would occur. If so, then today was indeed the worst of the worst days she had in her life.

Who ever thought that her only purpose in stepping into the forest to find a remedy for a sick little boy had brought her to the point where she was standing now.