Get to the Point

Ving collapsed, tired from being pursued. His family and the Clan sprawled in the dirty shadow of Trail Point. The Gnashers’ yowl was distant, but they’d be coming. This barren wasteland devoid of life was testament.

“Baba, how far to Trail Point?” Pearl asked.

“Not far. See?” He pointed.

Ving then heard the gibbering.

“Up! Atop Trail Point, we can survive,” Ving shouted.

The Clan stumbled along, nearing the base. But the Gnashers were gaining. The Clan wouldn’t make it. Unless.

Glancing a last time at his family, Ving rushed headlong into the Gnashers. He’d never get to the Point.