Chapter 526

"Mr. Walsh, are you home?" came a shout from outside. It was a man in his 30s, and his voice was filled with urgency as if he were looking for Joel regarding something important. Rosa hurried to the gate, and concern etched across her face. "What's the matter, Reuben? You seem in a rush." The man, Reuben Hart, was gasping for breath, his face full of panic. He struggled to get the words out between gulps of air. "My dad... he was collecting herbs on the mountain and… fell into a pit." "I can't get him out by myself! Please, tell Mr. Walsh to gather some men to help me!" Reuben's voice trembled with desperation. Rosa's heart skipped a beat. Someone's life was at stake, and she knew there was no time to waste. She turned quickly, ready to fetch Joel. But before she could move, Andrew stepped in. "I'll go with Reuben. Let's not bother Mr. Walsh right now." Rosa paused, considering the offer, and then nodded. "Alright, you go with him. I'll still gather a few more people to help." R