Changing times (TMR)

chapter 4

After a horrendous afternoon at the bloodhouse, I had succesfully been sick twice and nearly chopped off my finger. Twice. I let out a long sigh as I shuffled out of the bloodhouse, wincing as I looked at the sheep and pigs that were soon to meet their demise.

Minho came jogging out of the homestead, a grin on his face. I sent him a questioning look before strolling to the deadheads, a place where I feel at peace.

Once I was in the woods, I selected a nice sturdy tree to climb, scaling it's long, sturdy branches with ease. At about 10 foot off the ground I stopped climbing.

I stared at the sky, wondering what life was like outside of this insane place.

Lyrics to some old song filled my head along with the tune, and I began to sing softly.

Some legends are told, some turn to dust or to gold, but you will remember me, remember me for centuries...

I was halted by the sound of a twig snapping. Newt was standig underneath me.
"How long have you been here?" I asked.
"Since you were singing."
I blushed.
"I'm going to jump down, watch out!"

I jumped out of the tree amd landed perfectly. Newt's mouth formed a perfect "O".

Minho suddenly appeared and looked at us, smirking his little head off. We both said it wasn't what it looked like. He agreed to shut up.

Newt left us to go and talk to Alby. I started to wander back but Minho grabbed my arm gently.

"Look, Marli, I want you to be a runner." He said seriously. My jaw dropped, but I accepted...

Should I have Newt and Marli getting together next chapter?? Marli will run with Newt as it is set before his attempt...