As fellow creatures of the wild, the snow antelopes sensed that the snow bears before them weren't eager for a confrontation. Thus, they focused their attacks on Anthony and his group instead. Faced with the relentless assault of the snow antelopes, Anthony and his companions quickly showed signs of exhaustion. "We can't hold back any longer. Everyone, grab your muskets and take down these damn creatures!" Seeing more of his men fall, Anthony let out a furious curse and fired the first shot. The air was filled with a barrage of gunfire. Initially, it intimidated the snow antelopes, but soon, realizing they had no choice, the terrified creatures launched a renewed onslaught on Anthony's group. In the chaos of close combat, the muskets served more as a deterrent. Often, just as they wer

