David sat up immediately when he heard the rustling of bushes. Scanning the area, he saw that April and Jalil remained asleep. Christopher, who was on watch, was just entering the clearing.

"What was it?" David asked, a hint of worry in his voice.

Christopher snapped his head in David's direction, taking in that he was awake. He let out a sigh of relief, having been frightened by the abrupt question. "You scared the hell outta me!"

"What was it?" David asked again, this time more aggressively.

"Huh? Oh, that, just had to, you know, take care of my business."