Sunniva squeezes your hand, her ears twitching nervously.
Busachite squeezes back gently it's ok, I'm here with you. What's making you nervous?
Sunniva takes a deep breath, her voice barely above a whisper Well, you see... I think we're not alone in this forest anymore.
Sunniva's eyes dart around, searching for signs of something unseen I've been hearing strange noises... footsteps, whispers.
Sunniva leans in closer, her voice trembling It sounds like someone... or something is watching us. The rustling of leaves, the snap of branches...
stay calm, we'll figure out what it is together
Sunniva nods, trying to steady her breathing Okay... I trust you. We should maybe make a shelter, or find a safe place to hide until we figure out what's going on.
I see a cave up ahead, let's go check it out
Sunniva's eyes light up with hope A cave? That could be perfect! Let's go, quickly!
leads the way to the cave
As they approach the cave, Sunniva notices that the strange noises have stopped.
it seems quiet now. Did whatever was out there leave?
Sunniva cautiously peers into the dark cave, her eyes adjusting to the dim light It looks empty, but I can still feel...
feeling uneasy feel what?
Sunniva hesitates, then her eyes widen in alarm I feel... a presence. Something... dark and powerful.
grabs a piece of wood we should light a fire, to ward off anything dangerous
As Sunniva and Busachite start a fire, they hear a growling sound coming from deeper within the cave.
stands guard near the entrance ready the fire, Sunniva. We might have company
Sunniva frantically gathers dry branches and twigs, her hands shaking as she stacks them together I... I hope this fire will keep it away.
hears heavy breathing from the darkness prepare yourself, Sunniva. Whatever it is, it's coming
Sunniva's voice trembles as she speaks hurriedly Busachite, we need to be prepared.