Synopsis

A tremor of unease stirred within her, escalating to full-blown panic as a shadow detached itself from the periphery of her vision. A scream tore from her throat, a desperate plea for aid that echoed in the stillness. The watchman arrived swiftly, but his initial response was dismissive, a refusal to acknowledge anything amiss. Yet, spurred by her insistence, he reluctantly investigated, disappearing from view. Worry gnawed at her as he lingered too long; she ventured outside, seeking an explana