Ready For Apple Cider

The past few days had been exhausting to say the least. So much had changed in a night and it had definitely taken it's toll on the poor girl, with so many of the days after spent weeping constantly in the darkness. Abby wasn't even sure if she'd be able to cry ever again. Another thing lost, but maybe a blessing in disguise. At least the lack of tears gave her the guise of coping. She really wasn't right now.

Her leg still hurt like hell, but she'd rather fight a bear in her current state rather than go another day without the warmth of the summer. She knew it would end soon, she could feel it in the cool winds and the crunching of leaves underfoot. Fall would soon be upon them, she could feel it in her bones. The orchard was relatively easy to navigate at least. All of the trees were aligned, and she already was familiar with the path. But she halted, pressing against the tree next to her as she heard rustling to her right. "Hello?" She tested, muscles tensed. "Is anyone there?"