Sssss....

The Phalore arrived at its hiding place and looked around. It no longer sensed the pursuer who had relentlessly followed it.

Thinking it had finally shaken off the pursuer, the Phalore began clearing the stones blocking the entrance to its lair.

It sped up as it anticipated recovering its strength by eating its prey safely inside.

Focused on its task, the Phalore unknowingly released the tentacle covering Gordon's mouth.

Gordon didn’t miss his chance.

“Over here!!”

It was the loudest shout he had ever made in his life.

Screech!

The Phalore, startled, quickly wrapped a tentacle around Gordon’s neck …