Erik watched as the metalfur bear stood on its feet after Erik had killed the Luminaclaw bear. The creature had witnessed the swift and brutal efficiency with which Erik had slaughtered its opponent.
Their eyes met, and for a moment, a silent understanding passed between the hunter and the prey.
The Metalfur bear's injuries were grave, and it knew there would be no escape if it chose to fight.
So instead, it turned and began limping hastily away into the foliage, but it was still fast. Mira, Emily, and Amber could do nothing to reach it; it was too fast for them.
Blood stained its matted fur from many gashes as it fled, seeking survival.
Erik looked at the creature as it fled. He considered giving chase and finishing what he had started.
