King Coal Book 3 - The Henchmen of King Coal; Sections 17-19

In which the villagers gather at dawn on a cold, rainy morning, holding their breath as brave men descend into the perilous coal mine to seek survivors, all bound by a quiet yet profound solidarity. Amidst the tense rescue efforts, Hal encounters visitors from a distant world of privilege, whose genteel manners and social engagements starkly contrast with the raw grief and resilience of the mining community.