Chapter 223 Time to Enjoy the Surprise I’ve Prepared

The snake’s jaws opened wide, and Nova stared straight into its mouth's black void. It was terrifying. The black mamba was so fast that if she didn’t move right this second, it would strike before she even had a chance to react. She shot a panicked look at Tristan. “What are we supposed to do? I’ve never dealt with a snake before in my life!” They were cornered, and the exit seemed impossible. “Nova, stay perfectly still,” Tristan said, his voice calm but commanding. “I know,” she whispered, though her legs felt like jelly. Even if she wanted to run, she wasn’t sure she could. Tristan had experience handling black mambas from his time in Africa—he’d captured one before. But this was different. There were two of them, and he wasn’t sure if he could catch one without the other attacking. Slowly, he edged forward, waiting for the right moment. The instant the snake’s jaws snapped shut, he lunged and grabbed it by the head. Nova stood frozen, her eyes locked on the second snake. Th