Inside the shelter, Lin Yu'an secured the entrance with a bolt from the inside before finally breathing a sigh of relief.
The cold wind and potential threats from outside were completely isolated by this simple yet sturdy barrier.
However, the lone wolf hanging overhead like the Sword of Damocles extinguished any thoughts of complacency.
Lin Yu'an threw the only item brought back, a massive lake trout now starting to harden, onto the ground, producing a dull "thud."
He then quickly walked to the fireplace and rekindled the nearly extinguished flames, bringing warmth and, most importantly, a sense of security to this small space.
"The presence of the lone wolf means my shelter is no longer safe, and all my actions now must prioritize risk control."
"I must immediately start upgrading my defense system and weapons; it could return to test the waters at any moment tonight."
