The bear’s determined pace and lack of visible distress deepened the mystery, challenging Hazel’s view of the wild and her role in it. As the evening light began to fade, Hazel realised just how late it had gotten. What started as a normal trip to work had turned into an unexpected adventure.
Even though she was intrigued by what was happening, she knew she had to find her way back before nightfall made the forest a dangerous place. “Why are you searching so hard?” Hazel whispered, glancing around nervously.