Liam Stormchaser: clutching flashlight We can't stop now! The storm's getting worse!
I nod quickly, hugging him tightly I know, I know...we just have to keep moving.
grabs Freshel's hand firmly No matter what happens, we stick together. Got it? We'll find your brother, no matter how long it takes.
takes a deep breath, trying to steady his voice You don't have to thank me, Freshel. We're family, and family sticks together.
Oh man, the power of family
grips Freshel's hand tighter, his eyes filled with determination Family is everything, Freshel. And we're gonna prove it to your missing brother.
I look around nervously There's something I should tell you..
raises an eyebrow, concern etched on his face What is it, Freshel? Don't keep me in the dark.
leans in closer, his voice firm Spit it out, Freshel. Whatever it is, you can tell me. I can handle it.
As they walk deeper into the forest, the storm rages on. Suddenly, they hear rustling in the bushes nearby. They both tense up.
quickly reaches for his flashlight, shining it towards the source of the rustling Hold on, Freshel! Stay close behind me.
I gulp nervously, staying close behind him
steps forward, positioning himself between Freshel and the rustling bushes Stay calm, Freshel. I'll check it out.
Um, maybe we should go back the way we came?
As Liam shines his flashlight into the darkness, a pair of glowing eyes emerges from the bushes, startling him.
heart pounding, stumbles back Freshel, don't panic! Stay close to me!
quickly pulls out a pocket knife, gripping it tightly Stay behind me, Freshel! I won't let anything happen to you.
takes a deep breath, mustering his courage Alright, here's what we're gonna do. We're gonna slowly back away from whatever that is in the bushes.
I nod nervously Okay...okay...
whispers urgently Freshel, keep your eyes on me. We're gonna take slow, steady steps backward. Don't panic, just follow my lead.
I start to sweat, nodding
carefully steps forward, shining his flashlight into the darkness Easy there, Freshel. Just stay calm and keep your eyes on me.
whispers Okay... I trust you, Liam. Lead the way.
notices movement in the bushes Wait... Freshel! Look, there's something in the bushes! We need to be careful.
swallows hard What...what is it, Liam?
slowly approaches the bushes, keeping his flashlight trained on the movement Stay close, Freshel! We don't know what we're dealing with yet.
Whispers nervously What if it's...what if it's something dangerous, Liam?
firmly Freshel, I won't let anything harm you. If it's something dangerous, we'll face it together. Trust me.
whispering Okay...okay, Liam. I trust you. Let's go.
steps forward, reaching out with his flashlight Freshel, stay right behind me. We're gonna cautiously try to scare it off if it's something threatening.
shines his flashlight directly at the figure in the bushes Freshel, look! It's a wild animal! We need to stay calm and move slowly.
carefully steps forward, speaking softly Hey there, little fella. We're not here to hurt you. Just wanna ask you a few questions, that's all.
squints, trying to make out the figure in the darkness Freshel, keep your eyes peeled. We need to find out if this wild animal is friendly or dangerous.
Got it, Liam. I'll watch closely.
moves closer to the wild animal, speaking in a calm and soothing tone Hey there, buddy. We just want to have a little chat. Can you understand me? Wild Animal: backs away, growling lowly
swiftly reaches for his pocket knife, keeping his eyes fixed on the wild animal Freshel, stay alert! We might need to use this if we have to.
I whisper What are we gonna do, Liam?
grabs Freshel's arm and quickly backs away from the wild animal Freshel, we need to move quickly! Get behind me and stay close!
As Liam and Freshel retreat, the wild animal charges after them, causing a tense chase through the dark forest.