The commander reports that retreating government militia attempted to blow up the bridge. It will not be repaired until the next morning. Rebel soldiers are busy burying scores of civilians massacred by the militia. Three hours later, volunteers deposit the last sack on the far side of the bridge. Chalon holds her breath as the first truck crawls on to the creaking bridge.
Cheers resound as the driver safely maneuvers across.
Chalon briefs the drivers. If someone jumps out of the bush into the road, don't stop. It's likely an ambush. Chalon's anxious passengers remain mute. The tension eases.