Without a moment’s hesitation, Robert rushes back inside, gathering blankets and his warmest coat. He returns to the raccoon and its tiny charges, carefully wrapping them in the softest blanket he can find, shielding them from the biting cold.
Inside, Robert sets them by the fireplace, letting the warmth slowly bring them back to life. As he watches the raccoon and baby rabbits resting peacefully, he can’t help but wonder: Why would a raccoon protect these creatures so fiercely? How did it know they needed help?