They drove for hours, listening to every echo, every hiss and humm on their not so silent journey. The scenery was the only mercy they felt, releasing the tension within their bubble of close proximity. For a moment they believed "at least this is manageable" granting an opportunity to breathe, remaining as usual, unchanged, yet purposeful in their act of rebellion. Unfortunately, that wouldn't be the case, for rough drivers have their own plan in place, rushing passed the bus, interrupting it's steady pace forcing it to an immediate hault, disorienting luggages and passagers on board.

Halie was surprised, caught off guard, Reducing her reflects to zero. She was pushed forward meeting a bag in her path. Before Mikael sat down, he took off his bag and put it on his lap....