Chapter 3 will post tomorrow.
The newly formed trio arrives at the crossroads looking for supplies. They find death and life - and meet Matilda and Mikey.
Preparations start for a life in a depopulated world, and the survivors speculate on why they live when so many did not.
My thanks for the positive reception for this story. I'm gratified that my tales have now triggered over a quarter of a million downloads. I'm not sure exactly what that means, but it is still a big boost to the ego.
I also appreciate those of you who have taken the time to make suggestions and to point out typos. Please continue to do so. In a few days, I will upload corrections.