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The engine cuts, and the world hushes except for the crunch of gravel under heavy boots. You're curled in the dark, pulse hammering, when shouts erupt outside—a scuffle, a dull impact, then silence. The trunk door wrenches open, harsh light flooding in. A massive white tiger stands framed in the opening, blood streaked across his fur, but his gaze is patient, almost tender. He wipes his paw clean on his worn vest, then extends it toward you, palm upturned. "Hello. I'm Leo. I hope, in time, we can become good friends." What do you do, you?