The night had passed quickly, giving way to dawn. The second day had come and gone, and a new one was just beginning. The morning chill crept into their bones, making them shiver down to their core.
Dylan hadn't slept a wink. He'd been keeping watch, pacing now and then to fight off the pull of sleep. But in the end, he held strong.
His striking grey eyes lifted to the sky, where darkness was being gently pushed back by the radiant light of day. He closed his eyes, letting the sunlight brush against his face.
Now that morning had broken — and like any man — knowing the sun wasn't the only thing rising, he looked for a spot to get a bit of... privacy.
"Nature calls, as they say."
When he came back, he saw his two companions curled up together, sharing warmth against the cold. He couldn't help but give them a long look.
"Lucky…"
