To his astonishment, the bear moved. It lowered its nose to the ground, sniffing the earth and nearby trees with deliberate focus. Jacob’s heart pounded as the bear began to walk, following an invisible trail that Jacob couldn’t detect. The bear paused now and then, sniffing the air before continuing down a narrow path.
Jacob quickly grabbed a thick branch from the ground, gripping it tightly. It wasn’t much, but it made him feel slightly less defenseless. He steeled himself, each step heavy with uncertainty. The forest grew darker around them, the air thick with the scent of damp earth and pine.
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