short story

His heart is beating as he races relentlessly through the ravenous ravine. The events transpired so quickly he didn't have time to think only to act. His family needs food. He does what he has to, but the beast approaches. He didn't go unnoticed, and now everything he has gone  through could be for nothing.his whole existence boils down to one mission...get the food home. Be the hero for once.. Near Miss the beast is gaining. He's quick though..his one advantage...can't Miss it..the moment arrives. claws scrape against the stone wall missing their target and he's free..his family lives. He's done it. His heart still beating hard in his chest...but he's a humming bird and this its just another day.