The sun hung high in the bright blue sky, its warmth filtering down through the swaying canopy of trees. A lone bird soared above, its wings gliding effortlessly across the expanse, casting a fleeting shadow over the forest below.
Beneath the serene sky, the scene on the ground was anything but peaceful. A young boy was dashing through the undergrowth, his small hands clamped over his head in a desperate attempt to shield himself. His feet moved like a whirlwind, kicking up dust and leaves as he bolted forward. His wide eyes were glued to the ground, terrified of whatever lurked behind him. His teeth clenched tight, his breath frantic.
"I can't look back, I can't look back!" the boy muttered between gasps, heart pounding in his chest.
