The leader hesitated, glancing through the window at the controls. The warning lights flashing on the dashboard seemed to back up Martin’s claim. Still, he wasn’t ready to give up. “I don’t care,” he snarled. “I’ll take my chances.” Ethan stepped forward, his wrench raised. “You’re out of time!” he shouted. “Look ahead of you!”
The leader peered over the corner briefly, seeing the station lights approaching rapidly in the distance. For the first time, doubt flickered across his face. He glanced back at Martin and Ethan, then at the speeding tracks ahead. “Damn it,” he muttered under his breath.