Seeds Chapter 10 Page 12

impressed, but by his charms more than his argument, and smiles before nodding back towards her men. The three facing away turn and walk towards the cart slowly.

Francis: I accept your offer Lieutenant and, if you have more, we would very much appreciate it. No point in leaving anything behind is there?

Rob: None at all. Until next time Sister Francis. We’ll be in touch.

He turns back towards the Sergeant: Let’s go. And walks quickly past the cart while giving a nudge to Shearer as he passes with his elbow: Come on, move!

The three men don’t ask questions, the pace of his retreat is enough of a sign to them that he was eager to get out of there. Quickly retreating around