Uncomfortable, Nora shifted slightly to find a more pleasant position.
In vain.
The discussion was going on around her, and since she could not speak, the group was talking, forgetting her unconsciously.
Not that she really wanted to discuss but...
'My back hurts, it's so horrible ! Why didn't he attach me just before leaving, that sadist ? Bouhou, this gag starts to be painful too... Someone help me !'
Sadly, her imploring eyes were invisible to the rest of the world.
Except for Shane.
But he certainly did not intend to make her situation more bearable.
It would not be fun anymore, otherwise.
And she went through a lot of emotions.
Anger, sadness, suplication ...
Nothing was better than a live show to wait.
When Jake came out of the bathroom, Jamie rushed there.
Being reunited with his wife and son was unparalleled happiness, yet he was not going to inflict them his body odor any longer.
Locked in a car with three other people might have affected his olfactory senses, but he knew full well that he was stinking, too much for his Daisy and his little Shawn to endure.
Jake replaced him in his chair and the discussion turned to a more light tone.
It must be said that Millie and Jake, although visibly different, had one thing in common: their ability to lighten the atmosphere.
And they strove to not mention anything about zombies.
It was a calm and carefree conversation.
For them.
Nora felt her muscles knot together and to make things worse, she realized that Shane was not taking his eyes off her.
It could have been flattering if she had not already been the target of this barbarian.
But that just made her anxious.
'What does he want, now ? Why me... ?!'
Yet this time, Shane had no bad intentions.
He was watching quietly.
Not once did he see a gesture or behavior that could be akin to a zombie.
If he had not received Daisy's information, he would have no idea of her "problem".
She looked normal.
The more he looked at her, the more this human appearance anchored in his mind.
And he was not sure it was a good thing.
If he lowered his guard and she turned out to be one of those monsters, his reaction would be slower.
And the precious time he would lose could be fatal.
Also, although his eyes show him this image, he did not want to trust it for now.
He had time to observe it at his leisure.
On the way, they took a long time to come, not because the journey to the capital was excessively long, but because the army had set up checkpoints at major city exits.
ID card and driver's license in hand, Shane and his friends had to wait for long hours before they could continue.
Only the last five hours had been fast, as this city is quarantined for "disease", no one ventured.
But before, they had to endure endless traffic jams.
As ordinary people were not at all aware of the zombie threat, anyone who wanted to travel did not hesitate.
It was enough to have papers and a lot of patience and / or determination.
This new measure had, of course, surprised the crowd, but the officials had explained the desire to regularize the system a little.
The measure would of course be abandoned in a few months, When the administrative system would have put a little order in its files.
After rounding the angles and directing the media in the right direction, the goal was achieved.
People, although annoyed by this process, didn't take it to heart.
Obviously the traffic jams that followed caused several dissents, but again, they were quickly shut down.
These traffic problems were only due to the establishment of checkpoints, once the situation was well in hand, the roads would unload themselves.
People criticized and complained, but not being aware of the real situation, readily believed that these steps, as uncomfortable as they were, would only last for a while.
But Shane realized that with this zombie threat, the measures would only get stronger.
Well, for now the most preocupating was to leave this place.
They would not take as long to travel back, but with the more frequent breaks that the presence of the baby imposed on them, being fast would be difficult.
And if the zombies came to break the encirclement in which they were in this city...
It would be too late.
So the sooner they leave, the better.
While he was thinking, Nora was counting the minutes. She was the first to see when Jamie went out of the bathroom and she was praying fervently that Shane would replace him.
Sadly, it was Kyle's turn.
And she had to bear Shane's gaze for a while more.
Now that the dad's appearance was better, the little family of three seemed shining.
And Millie had heart-shaped eyes all along.
She was completely mesmerized by the beauty of those three people.
'Why were they here instead of starring in a movie ?!'
Well, thanks to that she could meet those living immortals but still... !
She'd be their hardcore fan for a lifetime !!!
She could watch those living free meals all day long !
Plus when she thought that after they succesfully arrive in the capital, she might not see them again...
Sigh.
At least, she can enjoy the view right now !
Satisfied with her solution, she did her best to enjoy every single seconds as much as possible.
And her sister was definitely thrown away from her thoughts.
Nora only had her eyes to cry.
She was still handcuffed here !
But gagged, even her muffled sounds weren't enough to attract some attention.
Except for Shane, but she really didn't want that kind of attention.
'You're scary, stop looking at me ! Let me suffer in peace !'
Hopefully, it was Shane's turn to go to the bathroom and she felt all her body relax instantaneously.
This man was too stressful.
Right after, Jamie saw Daisy was a bit tired and decided they should sleep.
Soon enough, everyone found themselves exhausted and decided to take a nap before they start their journey back.
They took a spot to sleep, more or less comfortable, some on the bed, some on chairs and even on the floor, but all started to snore happily.
Forgetting the handcuffed Nora on her chair.
Well, she wasn't totally forgotten as her sister seemed to remember her existence at the last minute and smiled apologetically before closing her eyes.
But that just enraged her once more.
'Why do you smile instead of helping me you traitor ?! Don't you dare sleep without a care for me ! Wah, why did I do to deserve a sister like this ?'
Left on her chair, alone, was the pathetic Nora.
And her existence became a bit more miserable when Shane got out of the bathroom.
The sole persons awakened here where Nora and Shane.
'... Why am I not sleepy too ?'