During World War II, an American platoon was engaged in a fierce fight with the enemy. During this encounter in the forest in France, two soldiers lost contact with their unit. Hailing from the same small town, these two men were inseparable and fully trusted each other. They continued to look out for each other amid the confrontation.

They trudged through the forest, encouraging one another. Over 10 days passed without them reestablishing contact with their unit. Fortunately, they had managed to kill a deer during their ordeal, and the venison provided enough sustenance to last them a few more days. Due to the ravages of war, the forest’s wildlife had either fled or been hunted to extinction. Aside from that deer, they saw no other animals. The last remaining venison was carried by the younger soldier.

Once again, they encountered the enemy in the forest, and after another fierce battle, both skillfully evaded their pursuers. Just as they thought they were safe, a gunshot rang out. The younger soldier walking ahead was hit, but luckily only wounded in the shoulder. His comrade, running to him in panic, was so terrified he could barely speak, clutching the wounded soldier and weeping uncontrollably.

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