Luke flinched, his movement faltering for a split second. Seizing the opportunity, Jason tried to lunge past him toward me. But Luke reacted instantly. Ignoring the pain, he launched a furious counter-attack, his jaws snapping toward Jason"s throat! Jason barely managed to evade, but a chunk of fur and flesh was torn from his shoulder, leaving a bloody gash. Realizing he was outmatched, Jason let out a furious, frustrated snarl. He shot us one last venomous glare, then turned and fled, tail between his legs, disappearing swiftly into the thick undergrowth. The fight was over. Luke didn"t give chase. He immediately turned and hurried to my side, lowering his head to gently nuzzle my cheek and arm. A soft, worried whine escaped him as his golden eyes scanned me for injuries. I couldn"t hold
