I stand my ground as the large beast stalks towards its prey.

Giant teeth flash at me in the moonlight.

I fight back against the fear crawling up my throat.

My eyes glare down the green orbs glaring back.

It stalks back and forth through the many trees around us.

Suddenly, I feel a tug from inside.

My sense of persistence and determination flow from my body.

I hunch over from the pressure in my chest.

A strong sense of helplessness fills my soul.

I look up to see the grin growing on the cat’s face.

I use all the strength I can muster to stand my ground.

I smile back.

The cat stumbles back from my defiance.

My soul starts to fill back up with confidence as the creature lurks away.

It seems as if the strong beast I encountered now shrinks into a small cat.

Savoring my victory,
I continue on.