One Man
Author: Mac Nicholas 🖊️
last update Last Updated: 2024-11-02 21:35:15

Liam was composed at that moment, but the intense fear that gripped Noah at that moment conflicted with his composure, giving him the concern of worrying about his welfare.

“Emrys? I am scared! I don’t wanna be eaten by those dogs! They look very scary!” Noah continued staring anxiously at the dogs that were slowly getting closer and closer.

“Just stay calm, Noah. Stay calm, and we will be fine.”

“Are you kidding me? There is no way I am waiting for these dogs to eat me alive! I am out!” Noah took to his heels, swinging his hands aggressively as he ran through the avenue in front of him.

“Noah! Wait! Wait!” Liam called out to him, but he was already about five kilometers away from him, running farther away from one of the dogs who went after him while the other waited for an opportunity to attack Liam who was standing still, looking eyeball to eyeball with it.

“He shouldn’t have made any move.” Liam sighed heavily, looking at Noah who was almost out of sight while he also lo
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    The Orohanage

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    Harmless

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