Sula knew she had to act. With Mirandal's guidance, she embarked on a journey to discover the cause of the drought. Along the way, she spoke with various animals, each providing a piece of the puzzle. A wise old owl told her of a blocked underground spring, a family of beavers showed her a polluted stream, and a young fox shared a tale of a careless act by a traveler.

One day, a severe drought hit the land, and the town of Buceta began to suffer. The river dried up, the crops withered, and the animals grew weak. The townsfolk gathered to discuss what could be done, but no one seemed to have a solution.

As Sula approached the tree, she noticed that its leaves were wilting, and its bark was dry. She sat at its base and began to talk to it, pouring out her heart and the troubles of the town. Mirandal listened silently, then shared its wisdom.