The question was not what Felicia was looking for, but rather what was looking for both of us. I watched as she walked right into the long grass, staying on the edge of the large field for my own safety. My heart skipped a beat as I reached for my own trusty kitchen knife, unsheathing it as I monitored her progress.
Then, I heard the hiss again. f**k! Do I warn her about it? I wondered, unable to make up my mind. If I warn her, she'll be able to get away in time, but she'll definitely know I've been following her if I do! The decision was made for me a mere minute later. I heard a loud rustling to her right, and then the grass began swaying violently, as though something large were bashing its way through!
"Watch out!" I hollered instinctively, cupping my hands around my mouth. "Watch ou
