My Wicked Schemes System

Chapter 49. Drown 2

Caleb gripped the log with all his might, determined not to let go. But the churning waves had other ideas, and their massive strength insisted on putting Caleb to the test.

Soon enough the whole log drowned alongside Caleb.

Just like last time, he couldn't keep up. His legs flailed helplessly in the water and despite his best efforts, he couldn't control their involuntary movements, making them bob up and down more like useless deadweights than functional limbs.

Panic hit Caleb as he looked yonder, he could see the snakes were slithering forward, their beady eyes fixed on him. "Not again!" he thought, trembling all over.

"Help!" He shrieked, his voice barely audible. At that moment, Benjamin sprang into action, slicing through the water like an Olympic swimmer.

Within seconds, he reached Caleb's side and grabbed hold of him. Despite the wounds in his stomach, Caleb felt a rush of relief. In one swift move, Benjamin hoisted him onto his log.

Safely out of harm's way, Caleb began to