The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 218

Ellinor chuckled helplessly, deciding she'd had enough of Theo.

She walked around him to check on the bear that had been knocked down. After a thorough examination, she saw that the bear was in a bad state. It was injured and too weak to run away.

Seeing a human approach, it roared in fear, trying to bluff its way out!

Ellinor was lost in thought, looking at the pitiful creature. She sighed sympathetically, "Despite its size, it's still a youngster, trying to act all tough."

Theo joined her, coldly studying the massive bear. He doubted Ellinor's judgment; the beast clearly seemed dangerous.

"Theo, brown bears don't usually choose to live in such harsh conditions. I guess it fell down accidentally, just like us. We shouldn't hurt it anymore; let's set it free!"

"I'll take your word for it."

Without objection, Theo idly toyed with the silver mini-hunting rifle in his hand before putting it away.

Ellinor turned her head to look at him, deep in thought. Theo's handling of the gun was too proficient. His identity might not be as simple as that of Mr. Blanchet from the Blanchet family.

"Do you usually carry a gun with you, Theo?"

"I don't usually need to carry it myself."

Theo explained casually, "The Mountain Racecourse is a wilderness; there might be some wildlife; that's why I brought a gun."

Ellinor gave a noncommittal response, then sidestepped away from him.

Theo caught her small movement and feeling a bit peeved, he asked, "What are you doing? Are you afraid of me?"

Ellinor shook her head, "I'm not afraid of you, but I'm afraid your gun might go off!"