[At first, Don thinks it's a rock. Then he realizes it's breathing. (Ninjas can notice these things even when running past in the dark.)]
[Something about the way the creature seems so comfortable away from buildings and lights and people causes Don to slow down, turn his steps, and cautiously approach.]
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[Something about the way the creature seems so comfortable away from buildings and lights and people causes Don to slow down, turn his steps, and cautiously approach.]