All Up to Him
John didn’t really feel better even though his dad had the rifle and he was aware of the fact that once the wolf was free, he could still very quickly attack. On the other hand, the wolf could also just run away. It was impossible to predict what was going to happen, but they knew that this was it.
Plan Into Action
John’s dad tried to help and reassure him and said that if the animal made its way to John, the rifle was ready. There was nothing left to be done but act, and John’s friend also offered some moral support. The time to act had come.