Chapter 946

Lisa was led by Logan to the yard. The old persimmon tree stood with a single leaf clinging to its branch, stubbornly resisting the elements. After a heavy rain and countless gusts of cold wind, the fact that it still hung on was a testament to its strength. As the cold wind picked up, the tree branches swayed, making the sky seem even colder. However, Lisa's heart was racing, and she could feel sweat trickling down her back. She couldn't explain the mix of tension and unease that had taken over her. Her hand, which Logan had held, felt warmer than the other, so she clasped them together. "Uncle Logan, I've told you before that doing this will hurt Grandma and the others," she said. He remained silent, his piercing eyes fixed on her. His gaze was so intense that she couldn't meet his eyes. She focused instead on the buttons of his coat. "You wanted to hear the reason, didn't you?" His smooth voice resonated above her. She felt a knot in her throat, and her heart was poundi