Chapter 23 A Dryad Manifests From the Spruce Tree After Receiving Prayers

• It was only after that that Walter saw the body on the ground. "What happened?" he asked gravely.
• With that, Gwendolyn recounted the event. "If it weren't for William, we'd take his place instead, and you'd be killed too."
• "I will deal with this. You guys don't get yourselves involved anymore," said Walter grimly before turning to William. "I shall leave Gwen in your care, Mr. Barrett. You two will leave tonight. I will tell her to come back once this is all over."