Once I entered the thicket and could see a light on in the distance at the Shampert's, I knew I was home free. It was just then I could faintly hear what sounded like Clabber Girl at the entrance of the woods. I perched down behind one of the large trees and quietly waited until I was sure it was safe. As soon as I was positive I heard nothing but the wind blowing softly through the tops of the trees, I began to run. I headed in the direction of that porch. Suddenly, from out of nowhere, I felt the rough fibers of that large rope he kept attached to his saddle fall around my neck. Oh God, he's got me