Man Wakes Up To Ring Of Withered Trees Around Cabin, Then He Learns Why

A container

Crouching down, Ethan brushed aside some leaves and loose dirt. His fingers hit something hard—a large, plastic container, half-buried in the soil.

He pulled it free and wiped it off, noting a faint chemical smell. He hesitated, debating whether to open it, but curiosity got the better of him.