They had spent the entire day travelling, desperately searching for any sign of Jamie. But the redcoats had been cunning, leaving no trace of their captive’s whereabouts. Exhausted and with nightfall approaching, they had taken refuge in the cave, their hopes dwindling with each passing hour. The darkness of the cave enveloped them, broken only by the flickering glow of the fire. Claire’s mind was a whirlwind of worry and fear for Jamie’s safety. She paced restlessly, her footsteps echoing against the stone walls.