Refocusing On The Task
Despite our collective curiosity, Jake returned to his main task. ‘Gotta keep her safe first,’ he muttered, redirecting his attention back to the lioness.
We admired his focus, aware that helping her took precedence over solving any mysteries right now. Compassion for the struggling creature topped any lingering questions about the marking.
Knowing that Jake wouldn’t let anything distract him from his mission reassured us, even as questions hovered in our minds.