It had been several days since their escape from the imperial camp. In that time they had put a great distance between them and that place. On the third day the band of rebels found shelter in a house that had been build in a hillside. Hal had been able to let his wounds heal for a time. The surrounding lands were rich with game and a small stream provided them with fresh water. 

Hal still wasn't sure what was going on and finally summoned the courage to talk to Cat about it to get some clear answers out of the girl. He found her in a room that might once have served as a storage. "Hey, I was hoping you could explain some things to me." Hal started. "For starters, why are they so interested in you as to keep me alive alongside you?"