章 50: Caught in the act

Jack surged through the dense forest, a fleeting blur amid towering trees and tangled foliage. His heart raced, a symphony of adrenaline playing in his ears. After a breathless sprint, he skidded to a stop in a secluded spot, the hushed whispers of leaves above bearing witness to his audacious decision. A flick of his wrist, and a lifeless tunnel worm's corpse materialized, its presence staining the forest floor with ominous black blood.

'I hope this works, or I will do something really stupid,' Jack ruminated, his knees meeting the soft ground as he fixed an intense gaze upon the enigmatic creature before him. The thrill of the unknown mingled with a palpable tension, setting the stage for a daring experiment.