A Sad Reality
The tree had many cracks in its bark, and a grey liquid oozed out of them. The pests had eaten the leaves, and the branches were now covered by silky webbing. Lucas felt like he wanted to throw up but instead asked Kenny to fetch his axe.
Kenny ran to the truck to retrieve it and gave it to his dad. He saw how his dad was at war with the decision he had to make. What he said had Lucas’ eyes filling with tears.