The Host Prologue Chapter 8 Part 9
CHAPTER 8 Loved You're afraid to fly?” The Seeker's voice was full of disbelief edging toward mockery. “You've traveled through deep space eight times and you're afraid to take a shuttle to Tucson, Arizona?” “First of all, I'm not afraid. Second, when I traveled through deep space I wasn't exactly aware of where I was, what with being stored in a hibernation chamber. And third, this host gets motion sickness on shuttles.” The Seeker rolled her eyes in disgust. “So take medication! What would you have done if Healer Fords hadn't relocated to Saint Mary's? Would you be driving to Chicago?” “No. But since the option of driving is now reasonable, I will take it. It will be nice to see a bit more of this world. The desert can be stunning –” “The desert is dead boring.” “–and I'm not in any hurry. I have many things to think through, and I will appreciate some time alone. ” I looked pointedly at her as I emphasized the last word. “I don't understand the point of vis…
