beneath the falls (7)

Clara and Liam burst into a small café, where the owner, an elderly man named Mr. Daniels, was oblivious to the storm brewing outside. “Mr. Daniels!” Clara shouted, urgency in her tone.

“You need to get everyone out of here!” His eyes widened as he took in their panic. “What are you talking about?” “The dam collapsed! We’re evacuating! Please, help us!” With that, the café erupted into chaos as Clara and Liam rallied patrons, guiding them out the door.

They were met by the sight of frightened families, some carrying only the essentials. “To the schoolhouse!” Clara called, her voice breaking through the panic.