My pale skin was laying on a cold surface.

Tick, Tock.

Cold sweat puddled around me.

Tick, Tock.

The sweat was crimson.

Tick, Tock.

I hear him.

Tick, Tock.

The clock continues, the only thing indicating time hasn't stopped.

Tick, Tock.

I whimper.

Tick, Tock.

My voice rattled gravelly.

Tick, Tock.

I struggle to my feet.

Tick, Tock.

Adrenaline.

Tick, Tock.

The only thing keeping me going.

Tick, Tock.

My sore legs continue to carry me.

Tick, Tock.

Through the mass of trees.

Tick, Tock.

All whispering to one another.

Tick, Tock.

The trees were merciless.

Tick, Tock.

All clawing at me.

Tick, Tock.

He.

Tick, Tock.

Grabbed.

Tick, Tock.

Me

...

He grinned at me.

...

He had won.

...

My time was up.