One by one, everyone went back into the wagon, their heavy coats making the space feel even more cramped than before.
Coco lingered outside just a moment longer, her eyes sweeping over the eerie, frost-laced landscape one last time— the black roses, the towering ice-cracked trees and the chilly bite of air.
Then, with a slow exhale, she stepped inside, pulling the wagon curtain shut behind her with a soft rustle.
The warmth of the enclosed space was immediate, but it did nothing to ease the chill settling in her bones, but she ignored it and crawled towards the foam covered floor.
Coco settled beside Kairo, not surprised to find he had intentionally left a space for her.
The spot was perfect because it was right next to the exit, with a good view outside. She slid into the spot with an absent smile, already relaxing a bit as she leaned against him.
"Thank you for saving me a spot." She murmured towards the hybrid.
