The man who had lost his rationality wouldn't follow Charlie's advice. Fear had completely taken over his mind, blocking out all sense of reason. In that state, his actions were driven purely by instinct, transforming him from a human being into an animal.
The man believed he could survive on his own. After running some distance, he even felt smug about his decision. But it was precisely this choice that pushed him into an inescapable abyss.
Predators always considered the cost of a hunt. Even powerful carnivores like lions and tigers preferred to target isolated prey. Now, the person who had left the group had become the perfect target for the Highland Bear.
He watched as the group grew farther and farther away. Thinking he had finally shaken off the bear's pursuit, he leaned against a
