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Eric Schultz embodied the dreams of many in his community. A star athlete, he was set to follow in the footsteps of his father and grandfather, both of whom held significant roles in local life. Eric's untimely death still resonates painfully, especially with those close to him, like his father, Adam, who is often asked about the connection between Eric's accident and the lake's purported curse. Adam stands resolute, asserting that Eric’s death was a tragic accident rather than the result of any supernatural force.
"People should obey the law," he states firmly, suggesting that the ecosystem's drastic changes—from pollution to unpredictable weather—have rendered the lake far more dangerous than ever before.