Now ...
Tucked away, just north of the capital, out of sight from travelers on the main thoroughfares, lay beautiful Dunwood Lake. At least, that was what Jordan had promised Derek, and now, nearly half a day's ride into the hilly landscape, Derek was running out of patience.
"How much farther, Jordan?"
Derek was annoyed. First, at the heat, then at Jordan for leading him out of his beloved city, and finally at complaining and sounding like a small child. Both of them now counted