On the trek into the heart of the forest, we were somewhat nervous, and it showed in every stride. With his commitment a beacon in the stifling gloom, Ethan led by example.
He replied, "We have to stay focused," his voice a continual reminder of our objective, among the oncoming darkness.
Nodding, Ava peered about her for any sign of approaching peril. She answered resolutely, "We can't let fear cloud our judgment."
But fear gnawed at the margins of our willpower every second that passed. Cole's eyes darted from shadow to shadow with rapid air intakes.
He continued, "We need to keep moving," his voice tight with nervousness. "Over our stay, the risk rises."
So on we went, our footsteps echoing through the still night. Just as we thought we were winning, though, a frightening voice bro
