Return to Nature: Fur and Fury
The tree groaned, creaked, and with a massive SNAP toppled violently to the left.
“TIMBER!!” The crew scattered, leaping out of the way of the descending branches. Atticus dove in the opposite direction, rolling to avoid splintered wood and debris. Dirt filled his lungs, dust stung his eyes, and when the chaos settled, a low, agonized yelp pierced the air.
“Atticus! Are you alright?!”
Johnathan’s voice was rough but steady, cutting through the ringing in his ears.
“Yeah, I’m fine!” Atticus called back, brushing dirt from his clothes. Heart hammering, he began climbing through the tangle of branches… and froze at the sound of a soft whimper.
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