The Bear in the Hospital Was Not the Scariest Part of the Night

Trust Had Seconds to Live

The room felt thick, like the air had turned into fog. Hana stayed still, barely letting herself breathe. The bear’s eyes shifted. Whatever quiet understanding they had a moment ago was gone. It didn’t attack, but something in its stare had turned sharp. She pressed her back against the door, feeling the cold metal through her palms.

Then came the growl. Low and deep, it rumbled through the floor and into her bones. It wasn’t loud, but it didn’t need to be. That sound had weight. Hana bent her knees slightly, trying to stay gentle. She had to act fast.

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