Self-Defence

It was already 9:30 pm. Being late, I took a shortcut which led through a deserted stretch with many under construction buildings around it. I tied my dupatta around my waist and I was almost running. I just wanted to cross this lonely area as early as possible.

In the dim street light, I saw four of them coming towards me. They soon came near me. Staring and growling, they surrounded me. Sweat trickled down my face. I looked around for help, but there was no one around. My hand reached inside my bag. I caught hold of the packet. I, immediately threw some biscuits in the air, away from me. All the bloodhound canines followed to splurge on their booty.

My timely act of self-defence helped me whisk towards my safe zone.