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1,080 words. The Warriors setup base camp north of Supaul.
A chapter in the book The Walkers
Gabe Goes to Town
by papa55mike
| Background Gabriel Hope leads a formidable team of Angels and Walkers through the Spirit Realm on a dangerous mission to India. |
The end of Chapter~14
The rough terrain slows them down a little, but it doesn't take long for them to get there. The Warriors stand before their final destination after traveling eight thousand four hundred miles from a small town in Tennessee.
Gabe turns to Cal and says, "Don't take out anyone this time. They will be able to triangulate our position if you do."
"Got you, boss. It's hard to fathom that we'll be back in the real world again."
Michael warns, "Your bodies and physical systems will change. You'll go back to needing food and rest again."
Cris responds, "That will be different. I think I've lost a few pounds in here, and I could use a nap."
Cal speaks up, "I'll lead the way this time." She disappears into the swirling darkness, and the others follow.
Chapter~15
The Warriors exit the portal in India with the noonday sun beating down on them. Everyone is instantly blinded except for Michael, who chuckles and says, "I told you your bodies would have to adjust."
"Wow, I'm a California girl and still wasn't ready for that," Cal smirks.
Cris's eyes finally adjust to see the surrounding area, and the bleak horizon jars him. To the left, gutted buildings line the road south through two mountains of garbage. Several children search the trash for anything to sell or eat while kicking crows and vultures out of the way. Cris says, "Dear, Lord. What has this world come to."
Gabe walks over to Cris, saying, "Bihar is one of the poorest places in the world, Cris."
"I thought central Mississippi was the worst place I've seen, but it was nothing like this."
Cal steps between them, saying, "Sadly, I can take you to a few villages in Africa that are worse." She turns to Gabe and asks, "I sure hope our base isn't around here?"
"No, it's further south, praise God."
They notice Michael walking toward the children saying something in another language, and the children instantly understand. They run to his side while he passes out coins to each of them. Jubilation erupts in the children, with many jumping, skipping, and running from this dreadful place. The last and smallest stops before Michael; he can't be two yet. Michael picks him up and gives him a coin with a smile and a hug. That little boy's face fills with joy.
The others walk toward Michael, and Cal speaks up, "You're just a big softy, Michael."
"If they all make it home with those coins, they should be able to eat for a month. This statement is nothing against you three; I know the justice you fight for, but how can humanity let this happen?"
"Too many people slip through the cracks, Michael," Cris answers. "You haven't seen the dividing line through many towns in the south or the train tracks. I'm sure Gabe has, and if you're born on the wrong side, may heaven help you."
"He's right, Michael, and I was born on the wrong side."
Cal asks, "What language were you speaking, Michael?"
"Tibeto-Burman, it's the dialect spoken along the Great Himalayas."
Gabe speaks up, "Come on, everybody. Let's head south for a day off from everything trying to kill us."
"Yes, sir," Cris exclaims. "You know, it's nice the see the blue sky again with a few white puffy clouds. I've missed these simple things."
Cal asks, "What are we going to do about food?"
"The Lord will provide. Not only am I the leader; I'm also the cook," Gabe answers. "I'll have to visit the market in town."
"You'll stand out like a sore thumb," Cal chuckles. "There's nobody in that town your size."
Gabe replies, "I'll wear my sunglasses, and nobody will notice me." He takes his sunglasses from his pack, slides them on, and gives a cheesy smile.
Even Michael laughs at that, saying, "Not a soul will notice you, Gabriel."
The Warriors stroll down the dirt road with Cris dragging behind, studying Cal. He hopes her temper has calmed for now. Cal glances his way, and for a moment, their eyes meet; Cris sees the fear within her. He whispers, "There's still hope."
In Northern India, sorrow fills the land. It's in the few leafless trees along the road, the eyes of the people watching them pass, and the deep wheel ruts reaching south. Bullet-ridden vehicles lining the dirt road add their voices to this melancholy opera while the children play tag around them. Cris wonders, where do they find their joy?
At an intersection, a path leads to the left through some ragged trees and then into a clearing - on the left is a large lean-to with a fire pit - at the river's edge, flowers of many colors bloom in the rich soil with Mango, Banana, and Fig trees ripe and ready. Gabe turns, saying, "Welcome to our Base Camp."
Cal walks towards the lean-to, asking, "How can this be here amidst all that poverty?"
"Let us say the Lord provided us a hideaway," Michael answers. "No one but us can enter or leave, and we are completely safe."
Cris smiles and asks, "I take it there's a platoon close by?"
"Give that man a prize," Gabe chuckles.
"Dibs on the water," Cal starts to peel off her weapons and then stops. "I don't have any other clothes."
"Yes, you do," Michael points to the lean-to. "Everything you and Cris left in Tennessee is in there."
"All right," Cal hollers and then runs inside. She returns with her backpack, saying, "I will be transformed when I return. You might tell your troops to turn their heads, Michael."
"My troops are always gentlemen, Cal."
"I'll bet! Wait a minute; they are Angels," She struts off towards the river.
Cris kneels in the sand and slides off his AR-15, amour pouch, and Colt, saying, "All of these need a good cleaning. It was nice to see Cal smiling again."
Michael asks Cris, "Do you have a theory on what happened to Cal?"
"Yeah, I think Satan came to visit Cal's mind during her coma, bringing out some memory in her mind."
"The Holy Spirit flows through you, Cris. I think you're right, and he'll be back."
Gabe finally pulls off everything he is carrying and then pulls out his sunglasses, exclaiming, "I'm off to town, men. Michael, I need some money to make Beef Curry for supper."
"You really know how to cook, Gabe?"
"You tasted my cooking in Tennessee."
Cris asks, "I thought Pearlie cooked all of that?"
"Only the fried chicken, and it was delicious. I'll be back, gentlemen."
"With no weapons?" Michael asks.
"I'm always carrying something, and my Asp Police Batons will do just fine. They're in my back pocket."
Gabe slowly walks toward Supaul with his eyes taking in everything. The colorful food bazaar is before the center of town. Booths line the street with the smells of spices, fruits, almonds, things frying and baking, with bread in every form. He buys some flatbread, beef, curry, and fresh goat's milk.
With his arms full of packages, Gabe turns to leave when he spots four massive guards at the entrance to the town square. He can smell the brimstone wafting his way. He whispers, "Well, we're on high alert in this area, and that will make things interesting."
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The Cast of Characters.
Prisha
The twelve-year-old girl who her father sold to the Dealer in the prologue.
The Angelic Warriors
Gabriel Hope
At six feet six inches tall and 295 pounds, Gabe is a 20-year veteran of the Army Rangers, and he's been walking for the Lord for 23 years.
Michael
The Arch Angel of Heaven, Prince of God, Commander of the Lord's Armies. His massive size varies depending on the situation. Michael has been friends with Gabe for many years after recruiting him for battles in the Spirit Realm.
Cal Cummings
At six feet two inches tall and 200 pounds, Cal graduated from Vanderbilt University with a Master's degree in Theology. She also starred in Volleyball and is an Olympic Champion Archer. Five years ago, she was working in the mission fields of Africa when bandits killed her Mother and Father in a brutal attack, and Cal barely escaped.
Cris Turner
At six feet tall and 200 pounds, Cris has a Master's degree in Criminal Science and Theology from North Carolina University. He is also an excellent shot with his Colt 45 model #1911. Three years ago, he started walking for the Lord when his wife and son were killed in a plane crash, but Cris missed the flight.
The Enemy
Lucifer, Satan, or the Evil One
He is the Supreme Commander of all the demon armies and ruler of the dark side of the Spirit Realm.
Beelzebub
2nd in command under Lucifer, all of the other generals report to him. He uses pride to tempt others.
Asmodeus
Commander of the North American army of demons, he tempts others with burning desire.
Leviathon
Commander of the Western Asian army of demons, and he tempts others with heresy.
Legions
The slow-marching skeletal soldiers in Satan's armies - Legions vary in size from five to seven feet tall. They are known for their ability to leap upon their prey and are mighty in battle.
Familiars
They are much smaller than the Legions but quick soldiers that hunt in packs. They cling to the dried-up riverbeds, oceans, lakes, and streams, and Familiars carry short swords and slingshots.
Cambions
Cambions are one to two-foot-tall demons with oversized reproductive organs. Cambions are created in the Spirit realm when a Succubus has intercourse with a male or female human while dreaming.
Garrote
A Super demon that's created in the Spirit realm when Satan or one of his generals has intercourse with a young virgin girl in the Earthly Realm.
Succubus
A demon that hides in the darker realms waiting for humans to sleep so they can invade their dreams to have intercourse with them. They can be either male or female.
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The Cast of Characters.
Prisha
The twelve-year-old girl who her father sold to the Dealer in the prologue.
The Angelic Warriors
Gabriel Hope
At six feet six inches tall and 295 pounds, Gabe is a 20-year veteran of the Army Rangers, and he's been walking for the Lord for 23 years.
Michael
The Arch Angel of Heaven, Prince of God, Commander of the Lord's Armies. His massive size varies depending on the situation. Michael has been friends with Gabe for many years after recruiting him for battles in the Spirit Realm.
Cal Cummings
At six feet two inches tall and 200 pounds, Cal graduated from Vanderbilt University with a Master's degree in Theology. She also starred in Volleyball and is an Olympic Champion Archer. Five years ago, she was working in the mission fields of Africa when bandits killed her Mother and Father in a brutal attack, and Cal barely escaped.
Cris Turner
At six feet tall and 200 pounds, Cris has a Master's degree in Criminal Science and Theology from North Carolina University. He is also an excellent shot with his Colt 45 model #1911. Three years ago, he started walking for the Lord when his wife and son were killed in a plane crash, but Cris missed the flight.
The Enemy
Lucifer, Satan, or the Evil One
He is the Supreme Commander of all the demon armies and ruler of the dark side of the Spirit Realm.
Beelzebub
2nd in command under Lucifer, all of the other generals report to him. He uses pride to tempt others.
Asmodeus
Commander of the North American army of demons, he tempts others with burning desire.
Leviathon
Commander of the Western Asian army of demons, and he tempts others with heresy.
Legions
The slow-marching skeletal soldiers in Satan's armies - Legions vary in size from five to seven feet tall. They are known for their ability to leap upon their prey and are mighty in battle.
Familiars
They are much smaller than the Legions but quick soldiers that hunt in packs. They cling to the dried-up riverbeds, oceans, lakes, and streams, and Familiars carry short swords and slingshots.
Cambions
Cambions are one to two-foot-tall demons with oversized reproductive organs. Cambions are created in the Spirit realm when a Succubus has intercourse with a male or female human while dreaming.
Garrote
A Super demon that's created in the Spirit realm when Satan or one of his generals has intercourse with a young virgin girl in the Earthly Realm.
Succubus
A demon that hides in the darker realms waiting for humans to sleep so they can invade their dreams to have intercourse with them. They can be either male or female.
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