The Price of a Favor

With a sharp crack, the thick branch of the tree that had just been struck by lightning snapped off, charred and broken, and crashed down onto Gideon, catching him completely off guard.

The branch was as thick as a man's arm and almost waist-high.

Gideon was knocked unconscious on the spot.

Livia cried out in alarm, "Dr. Kramer!"

Everyone except Elara turned around at the commotion.

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