Early the next morning, she packed her things and got into the car early.
Due to the confidentiality of the base, the vehicle had to change drivers and cars at each checkpoint. The car windows were also covered with thick cloth. It was used to prevent the occupants from being seen by others even the drivers.
After Kelly settled into her seat, George emerged from the house. "Dad, don’t worry. I’ll ensure these researchers are safely delivered to the rendezvous point,” he reassured General Palmer before sliding into the driver’s seat. Then, he pushed the accelerator slowly and the car wobbled forward.
Kelly sat quietly, her thoughts a tangled web of emotions. She did not expect her and George's story would end up this way.
The vehicle traveled a considerable distance before it reached the first checkpoint. George brought the car to a stop and opened the back compartment, then signaled for the passengers to transfer to the next vehicle.
Kelly donned her hat, lowered her head and slipped past George without making eye contact.
A strange sensation pricked at George’s heart. It compelled him to glance at her way several times. Soon, he quickly dismissed it and turned his head to another way.