Dominic's eyes snapped open instantly. The moment he saw the wolves surrounding Mila, his expression changed completely.
Despite the fever and weakness consuming him, murderous coldness flashed through his eyes. He immediately reached into his pocket and pulled out his gun.
Bang…
The gunshot exploded through the jungle.
The wolves instantly scattered and fled into the darkness.
Silence followed.
Mila dropped the burning log and rushed toward Dominic immediately. Her legs nearly gave out from fear.
Dominic caught her weakly in his arms.
Mila buried her face against his chest. "I was scared," she whispered brokenly. "I thought…"
Dominic caressed her hair. "You are safe now," he murmured hoarsely. "I'm here."
Mila clung to him, afraid those ferocious animals would come back and rip them apart. The two remained wrapped in each other's arms beside the dying fire.
Slowly, they both fell asleep together.
It was almost dawn when Mila suddenly woke up.
Thup-Thup-Thup-Thup—
