Witnessing the Firearm
In a fleeting moment, Mike caught sight of a concealed firearm discreetly tucked in the man’s belt, causing an uneasy lump to form in his throat at the mere prospect of confronting it at close quarters. With heightened alertness, they strained their ears, attentively tracing the fading sound of the man’s footsteps as they receded step by step, gradually dissipating into the distance. A sense of relief washed over Mike, knowing that the potential danger was moving farther away, yet the weight of the encounter lingered, leaving them acutely aware of the precariousness of their situation and the need for continued caution.