After fixing them a hearty breakfast, she wrapped up a dozen biscuits. The mood was solemn. Jessica sensed Isabel was as hesitant for them leave as they were to go. The past couple days had worked miracles on Megan’s health and all their spirits and Isabel seemed to enjoy their company. It must be lonely for her living alone in the jungle and she was vulnerable, as they had seen the day before. Jessica feared for Isabel’s safety, but the woman had survived prior to their arrival and would continue to survive once they departed. The old woman didn’t seem to know which direction led to Villahermosa, so she escorted led them back to the spot where she had found them. They hugged each other, waved a tearful goodbye, and the small group re-entered the jungle to search for a city they hoped would be their gateway home. Megan had made a remarkable recovery. Her long stride and strong pace had returned, and Jessica was once again the one struggling to keep up as they picked their way through the tangled mass of vines, short leafy trees and bushes.
