“No, I have to go find Ashley!”
Darkness had completely fallen, and visibility was decreasing rapidly, but there was no sign of Ashley returning. Dilan could no longer sit still. Every second of waiting was agonizing. Night had fallen, and wild beasts would be prowling. The potential danger was a threat to everyone in the forest, especially with Simon lurking around Ashley with predatory intent.
“No!” Trey quickly stopped Dilan. “It’s already dark. It’s too dangerous to go into the forest now. Wait a little longer. Ashley and Simon might already be on their way back.”
“Wait?” How could Dilan possibly wait? “Trey, let me go! What if Ashley is in danger right now? If we don’t act, she’ll be left to die!” Seeing that Trey had no intention of moving, Dilan’s tone became increasingly urgen
