Ellinor chuckled helplessly deciding sheâd had enough of Theo.
She walked around him to check on the bear that had been knocked down. After a thorough examination, she saw that the bear was in a bad state.
weak to run away Seeing a human approach, it roared in fear, trying to bluff its way out!
Ellinor was lost in thought, looking at the pitiful creature. She sighed sympathetically, âDespite its size, itâs still a youngster, trying to act all toughâ
Theo joined her, coldly studying the massive bear. He doubted Ellinorâs judgment, the beast clearly seemed dangerous was injured and too âTheo, brown bears donât usually choose to live in such harsh conditions. I guess it fell down accidentally, just like us. We shouldnât hurt it anymore, letâs set it freel âIII take your word for it Without objection, Theo idly toyed with the silver miniâhunting rifle in his hand before putting it away.
Ellinor turned her head to look at him, deep in thought. Theoâs handling of the gun was too proficient.
His identity might not be as simple as that of Mr. Blanchet from the Blanchet family âDo you usually carry a gun with you. Theo?â
âI donât usually need to carry it myself.â
Theo explained casually. âThe Mountain Racecourse is a wilderness, there might be some wildlife;
thatâs why I brought a gun.â
Ellinor gave a noncommittal response, then sidestepped away from him Theo caught her small movement and feeling a bit peeved, he asked, âWhat are you doing? Are you afraid of me?â
Ellinor shook her head, âIâm not afraid of you, but Iâm afraid your gun might go off!â
Theo flicked her forehead, âYouâre overthinking!â
Ellinor frowned, rubbing the spot on her forehead that stung a little. She wasnât pleased What was Theo implying? Was he mocking her?
âTheo, whereâs the rope you were tied to when you came down? You can have the people up there pull us up one by one now!â
Theo tilted his head up, signaling her to look over there.
Following Theoâs gesture, Ellinor looked up to see the rope swinging in the wind dozens of meters above them.
Even if they stood on each otherâs shoulders, they wouldnât be able to reach it.
Feeling helpless, Ellinor suggested, âI think we should find a place to rest for now. Who knows how long it will take for them to find us? Itâs going to be cold here at night.â
âAlright, Theo replied simply As Ellinor walked ahead, she suddenly felt a weight on her shoulders.
Turning her head, she saw that Theo had draped his coat over her She was a bit taken aback.
âThank youâ She said politely Theo didnât say anything and just casually walked beside her.
They hadnât gone far when they heard the bear start to whimper, like a weaned child.
Ellinor stopped, looked back, and then asked, âTheo, should we⦠take it with us?â