They Both Burst Into Tears
Even after moving away from the snake in a safe manner, Brooke and her mother were aware that they were not completely free from the danger that it posed even though they were now further away from it. What would happen if the slithering serpent that was coiled up in the tree suddenly uncoiled itself and charged at them with its poisonous fangs?
After jumping out of the tree as quickly as they could, they made a beeline for the front door of the house as quickly as they could. As soon as they realized the gravity of the situation after they had successfully entered the building and secured the door behind them, they were both overcome with emotion.