The twigs scratched my bare arms and legs, but I ignored the pain as I ran as fast as I could, faster than I'd ever done in my life. It's of no use, a part of my mind said.
But I had to try. I couldn't give up that easily. Besides, they didn't seem like just muggers...
I could hear them behind me, taunting me and gaining pace rapidly. "It's of no use, girl! No one can help you here. You just brought your own death!" and they gave a horse laugh. Tears welled my eyes, my heart beat rapidly increasing.
The sad truth was, they indeed had the upper hand. I had just come to Maverine last month. How did I even expect to throw them off in the woods, where I did not even know where I was going?
In my haste, I tripped on a tree root and fell down, badly scratching my knees. I could see the blood glistening on my...