Random Encounter

I look at the reindeer before me, then at the pit my leg was buried in just moments ago.

How many people died in this tiny trap?

As always, the traps of common sense are terrifying.

And the ones who survive are those who don't fall for them.

"It's coming this way!"

At Laura's shout, Aila raises both hands into a guard.

"Hup...!"

Aila takes a deep breath as she watches the reindeer charge at her.

With a thud, Aila's crossed arms collide with the reindeer's head.

Her body is shoved backward...