Chapter 38

"Do you see something out there?" "Haven't yet," Justine said. "I believe we were on our own for the time being. But that really doesn't imply we should stay any longer than anticipated. The sooner we start on the highway, the higher our chances of finding a suitable location to spend the evening." "What exactly are you beginning to think?" "Perhaps a white picket-fenced-in home, a hotel, or whatever. Anything else that creates a strong barrier between ourselves and the surrounding world. We'll take turns maintaining guard, as usual, have a short breakfast, and afterward hit the interstate again. We anticipate being in Clinton during the day tomorrow, but if the temperature worsens, we may have to add an additional day of traveling. I'm not certain whether our supplies will be able to support it." "Don't worry, Justine. We'll be okay. We are always." He cast a peek at me. "I sincerely hope that you're right." The intonation of his voice indicates that he's