After a tense and breathless half hour, David, with great effort, hoisted the last of the tiny creatures out of the dark pit. Laid out on the ground, the five animals blinked in the dim light, their eyes reflecting a mix of confusion and curiosity. The air was thick with tension as David and Jessie pondered their next move. They could each take two of the creatures, but that left one with no one to look after it.
With renewed hope, Jessie and David quickly gathered the tiny creatures into their makeshift carriers. The chimp stood nearby, its eyes attentive and posture ready. Gently, Jessie lifted the last fuzzy animal and placed it into the chimp’s waiting hands. The chimp cradled it gently, its touch tender yet secure around the precious cargo.