The demon scam

Merle clings to you, looking scared, but at least she shuts up. The seconds pass...

Then, to your great horror, you hear silent footsteps heading your way. With widly beating heart, you clutches your dagger to your chest, hoping the creature will pass you by, but there is clearly no such luck... Now you can hear it sniffing the air as it approaches, so it probably can pick up your scent...