NOW MORE RELAXED, the young woman went to the car window and put her head inside.
— Drive — Antonia ordered, opening the door to sit in the place where the cryptographer was.
She moved to the side, stunned to observe the criminal capacity of that creature she had initially mistaken for an angel. Making a tremendous effort not to have a nervous breakdown, she turned the key and the car drove off again.
— Head to the Great Pyramid — Sephy ordered. — Come on! Quickly, before more soldiers arrive!
— It's possible they didn't hear the shots. The replacements' sleeping quarters are on the north side of Cheops.
— How do you know that? — Her voice was surprised.
— I have friends who keep me informed about everything... Generous friends, willing to pay a fortune to own the Ark. I could introduce them to you, if you'd like.
The suggestion implied some collaboration between both parties, but Sephy, much more cerebral, did not let himself be taken in by Antonia's game, although he did not completely turn his back on the possibility of a false alliance.
In a way, he needed her alive, because at the right moment, all the information regarding the relic and the strength of her arms would be useful. Removing the Ark from the pyramid without help could be a serious problem. He would always have the chance to finish her off once the planned task was completed.
— We'll talk about this later — he whispered.
— Now, drive!
Miss Sala didn't want to insist; she knew they'd end up partnering up sooner or later. She also considered that it would be practically impossible for one person to carry such a heavy object.