Chapter 338
Do you really think theyd hide a flag in a cave that could hardly be seen ? Tabby asked as we made our way through the dark cave .
The drone that was above our heads had gone off to find someone they could actually keep an eye on , refusing to follow us into the cave .
Now that I was thinking about it , it was probably a bad sign .
But I ignored that feeling and continued on my way .
Honestly , yes , I said , glancing over my shoulder at her .
She was staying by the caves entrance , a nervous look in her eyes .
There could be dangerous animals in here , she said , nibbling on her lower lip .
Since when are you afraid of a wild animal ? I asked teasingly .
She was typically braver than that ..
She pressed her lips in a line and followed me through a cave .
For humans , it would be impossible to see as we walked through the cave .
But we were shifters , so it was a lot easier .
My heart started to pound heavily against my chest as we continued making our way through the cave .
It was damp , and there were rocks we had to get over , but for the most part , we managed to reach the middle of the cave without too many issues .
Both Tabby and I seemed comfortable climbing over the rocks ; we were both fairly effortless in our movements .
A low growl emerged from deeper in the cave , making us freeze entirely .
With a racing heart , I slowly turned , and then I saw yellow beady eyes staring back at me , sharp teeth elongated as the growl continued through the darkness .
Is that a wolf ? Tabby asked , stepping back , ready to shift if needed .
No , I said , swallowing the lump in my throat .
The longer I stared at it , the more familiar it started to get , but I knew for certain that it wasnt a wolf .
This was an actual wild animal , and if we werent careful , we could be its lunch .
It wasnt until it lunged towards us that I knew for sure what it was , Holy shit ! Tabby gasped , quickly dodging the attack , falling to the ground in the process .
Yeah , its a black bear , I warned her , my suspicions confirmed .
And we just stepped into its territory .
I should have known there would be a bear somewhere in this cave ; I was dumb to think it would be unoccupied .
The bear lunged at us again and , this time managed to claw a part of my arm , making me wince as I staggered backward .
I felt blood trickle down my shoulder , but I ignored it , keeping my attention on the bear in front of me .
Judy , look , Tabby said , pointing to the bear .
Around its neck .
I followed her finger , and my breathing hitched .
Around its neck was one of our flags .
How did they get it around a black bears neck? I asked , both terrified and impressed .
They truly went all out .
The bear lunged at me before I could fully process it .
My wolf didnt like the fact that we were being attacked , and I wasnt doing anything about it .
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be released and lunged towards the bear herself .
She had always been like that , despite her being smaller than average , she was fierce and enjoyed a good fight .
She hated being challenged and was destined to make a name for herself .
I had to hold her back for a moment , though , because there was no way I was going to shift without taking off my clothes first .
These were the only pairs of clothing I had on this island , considering we werent properly warned before coming here .
I needed these clothes to at least last me until tomorrow evening when I can get off this island .
The bear growled loudly , its breath hot as it got into my face .
I let out a warning growl myself , but it wasnt as fierce in my human form .
Just as it lunged at me again , I managed to jump over it and land somewhere near Tabby , who was gathering some rocks she found in the cave , ready to throw them at the bear .
Whats the plan ? She asked as she armed herself , her eyes flashing dangerously .
We need to get the flag , I told her lamely , not really having much else to say about the matter .
cant No , shit Sherlock , she said , rolling her eyes .
I meant , how are we going to get the flag ? ust grab it .
How did they even get it around its neck ? I counter asked .
If we figured out how they got it around its neck in the first place, maybe we can reverse- uno .
Maybe they drugged it ? She suggested .
The roaring sound of the bear halted our conversation as I tried to think about what to do .
Distract it while I strip , I told her as I shuffled out of my shoes .
Her eyes grew wide .
How do I distract a black bear ? She asked , her mouth agape .
I dont know , think of something , I told her just as the bear lunged again .
Throw rocks at it ! It seemed the bear was attacking me personally , completely dismissing Tabby .
Her distraction could prove to be useful .
She growled at the bear , getting its attention .
Instead of lunging at me , it started to lunge at her .
She was pretty well off , though .
She was a capable fighter and managed to circle it , avoiding getting hurt .
She used rocks to avert its attention and keep its eyes off me .