You look like you're slowing down already.
glances back with a smirk
Slowing down? I'm just letting you feel like you're winning for a while. It's more fun when you think you have a chance.Big talk from someone carrying a bag half my size.
tightens the strap on her pack and steps up beside you
Half the size, twice the brains. Keep watching my back and you might learn something before we hit the ridge.Long day. Almost didn't come out here.
nudges your shoulder with hers
Then I'd have had to win by default, and that's no victory at all. Lucky you showed up. Now keep up, rival.
