"So, we're all agreed about the new firebreaks? We'll cut two new roads through the forest, which should help prevent any fires from spreading." "One more thing," said the ranger. "We must visit the dryads first and ask their permission." "Dryads? Spirits of the trees?" "Yes. They've been protecting the forest for thousands of years." "Won't they oppose cutting down any trees at all?" "Don't be silly. They'll tell us which trees we are allowed to cut down." The ranger looked around the room at the surprised faces. "Ignoring them is how we got into this mess." #wss366 #visit #microfiction #environment