Lara couldn’t hear all of it—and her Tagalog was not up to snuff—but the conversation had something to do with money, of that she was certain. From Terry’s tone of voice, the captain apparently wanted more.She was inclined to tell Terry to pay it. The cabin they’d been given was surprisingly spacious and comfortable-looking, considering the condition of the freighter that housed it. Twin beds, clean sheets, and in an adjoining bathroom…A shower. Hallelujah.Lara turned the knobs and was even more pleased to discover actual hot water.She returned to the main cabin area and found Terry juggling the Orb in his hands like a soccer ball.“So…this rock is the map.”He didn’t seem at all concerned about her finding him with it.“That’s right,” Lara said.“I’ve never seen anything like it, have you?” He held the Orb out at arm’s length and studied it. “It’s quite beautiful, actually.”“Yes, it is.” Lara moved to take it—and Terry stepped back, keeping it just out of her reach.“And it’s the only way to find that box?”“Pandora?
What do You think about The Cradle Of Life (2003)?
