Chapter 99 Leading Trouble Eastward

Even though Philip already knew the outcome, he still asked, "What about Katherine? Did she agree?" "She refused to come." Everyone felt disheartened. "We tried so hard to persuade Katherine, but she's so indifferent. What a heartless woman." Scott, filled with anger at the thought, couldn't contain himself and punched a nearby tree. The tree shook, surprising Scott. He didn't expect such a sturdy tree to sway. Then, he noticed the beehive above shaking too, as if it would fall any moment. Scott, still unaware of the situation, continued to angrily punch and kick the tree, venting his frustration on it as if it were Katherine herself. Suddenly, with a soft "pop," followed by a "thud," an object fell to the ground. "Run!" Kara's sharp voice pierced through the air, awakening everyone from their daze. The buzzing sound of bees became louder as a large swarm emerged from the hive, charging towards the scattered group. Kara's scream snapped everyone back to reali