Hey, if it's stupid and it works, it's not stupid! It just has a few issues-like the need to channel magic into it, the need to actually look behind rather than where you're going, and the fact that the fan takes a bit of time to blow sand over your tracks and smooth out the desert. But it's not a terrible solution, and barring a close encounter with a patrol that has some dogs, Donnie shouldn't have any trouble making it to their rendevous.

When he gets there, Angelika's still drawing in her notes, totally oblivious to the world, just herself, her pen, and the paper. And a perfect chance for him to sneak up on her and surprise her with their success.