The Arrow’s Threat
Suddenly, the tranquility of the forest was shattered. The man had stopped and turned around, his eyes scanning the surroundings. Before Elias could react, the man had an arrow nocked and aimed directly at him. The sharp point gleamed menacingly in the dim light. “Who are you?” the man demanded, his voice echoing the threat of his weapon. Elias, heart pounding, realized he was no longer the observer but the observed.