The Stealers
“She gradually got used to the intensity of the light and looked up at a blue cloudless sky. Within a few minutes, a basket containing food and drink was being lowered from the edge of the hatch and a gruff voice in broken English called out, ‘Somethink to eet and drink.’ Penny found it difficult to react at first, but after a moment she called back, ‘Where are we? Are we at sea? Where are you taking us?’ There was no reply. The children were now wide awake and anxiety was beginning to show on t...heir faces. Putting on a bold front Penny said, ‘Who would like something to eat?’ Andrew was the first to reply and Penny dipped into the basket and handed him a bottle of fruit juice, a sandwich pack and some cakes. Sammy looked morose and said, ‘Do you think Jack will be able to come for us?’ Penny looked down, ‘I would like to think so, Sammy. I really would. Perhaps some food will help you keep your strength up, just in case he does.’ * As soon as the Bentley had passed by, Crane moved from his position behind the bunker.MoreLess
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