The teen slowly stood up and turned to the noise. He backed up slowly, straining to hear the creature and regulate his own breathing. His hand reached a building and the creature slowly walked forward, each paw striking the ground softly yet solidly.
A small whimper of fear escaped Jack as he backed up even further. Jack could hear rustling and the four beats on the ground changed to two beats.
The strange creature slowly slunk forward, standing straight in front of Jack. A desperate gasp sounded from the teen's throat and Jack stumbled backwards. A low, pleased growl came from the creature, prompting another whimper from the terrified teen.