Wake Louchette

The crisp summer wind whipped through my clothes and past my cheeks. A herd of birds slowly gazed over the breathtaking clouds slid across the bright blue sky. Hisha and I stood at the building's summit, looking at the panoramic, spectacular view of the city below. We were observing other teams who roamed around the downtown to check those newfangled plants that grew.

"Wanna join them?" Hisha quizzed. My eyes were still starring at this picturesque scene.

There was a silence between the two of us for a long. I knew Hisha waited for a response, but instead of answering her question, I turned my back and decided...