Sunset

I watched the sun drop behind the horizon, and considered my options.

Getting an antidote was out of the question, there was none within walking distance, at least the few steps I had left. Any substantial increase in my heart rate would be enough to spread the poison around enough.

But obviously sitting here all night seemed like a terrible idea, but then again, it was clear that it was the only one I had left.

Unless I-

A branch snapped behind me, a heavy footstep ringing out, causing me to swivel in shock and then slowly slump down, dead.