After getting off the truck, they all went to register themselves before collecting their hats.
Eli followed the large group into the forest. The soldiers kept Sean and her in the middle, and Eli ran as fast as she could to keep up.
She was already panting after half an hour of running. Even after working out consistently for the past six months, her physical strength was no match for the soldiers.
Sean turned back to look at her before squatting in front of her, "Get on."
Eli shook her head, "I'm too heavy."
"Everyone but the Vanguard will take turns carrying the Commander. We can't afford to waste time on our way to safety," Sean said gruffly.
Eli didn't dare refuse, especially after seeing how serious he was. She climbed onto Sean's back, and the group ran at the same pace as before.
Sean carried her on his back and didn't fall behind in the slightest.
