Chapter 507

Among the five women, Sherry was the most suitable candidate for Ryan. Therefore, he didn't find her condition unreasonable. "It's a deal!" Ryan and Sherry sealed their agreement with a high-five. After two hours of tense standoff, the wolf finally accepted defeat as it realized it had no chance of attacking. It then rose to its feet and vanished into the darkness. Sherry's eyes widened in amazement. "It didn't sleep at all! I thought it fell asleep an hour ago!" Ryan didn't reply to her. He swiftly drew his compound crossbow and released the bolt with a deft motion. The projectile streaked through the air like a comet, striking the wolf in the rear. With a howl of agony, the wolf collapsed to the ground, its movement gradually ceasing. "Why did you shoot it when it was about to leave?" Sherry asked. She had been afraid of the wolf moments earlier and yet felt a surge of compassion for the fallen creature. Ryan stood up and brushed the dirt off his clothes. He responded gravely,