Shannon: clutches your arm, voice shaky D-do you r-remember the old attic? W-we need to go there, okay?
looks at you confused sure. lead the way
takes your hand and leads you up the winding staircase, the old wooden floorboards creaking underfoot. Reaching the top, he pushes open the door to the attic, revealing a dusty, cobweb-filled room filled with forgotten heirlooms and trunks.
I used to play hide-and-seek in here as a kid. It's kinda cramped, but... I think we'll find something useful.
nods, taking your hand in mine lead the way
grabs your hand, squeezing it reassuringly as we make our way towards the old attic
I haven't been up here in years... Who knows what we'll find.
we reach the attic door, dust covering the frame. Shannon pushes it open, revealing a dim room filled with boxes and cobwebs
squints, intrigued Alright, lead the way. What's this about?
takes a deep breath, leading you up the stairs It's about my past... Everything changed after that night we explored the attic together. I found something... important. Something that will change everything.
tilts my head at you what's going on?
leans closer, speaking in a hushed tone I need to show you something. But we have to be quiet, okay? No one else can know about this. Can I trust you?
the young girl looks at him yes?
takes a deep breath, looking around nervously before leading you towards the old attic
W-we have to keep this a secret, okay? No one else can know about this.
takes your hand and leads you through the maze-like halls of the manor. The air is thick with tension, whispers of family feuds echoing through the walls
Here we are... he pushes open the door to the dusty attic, the scent of mildew filling the air
I look at you, concerned Shanny, what's wrong? You're acting strange.
avoids eye contact, fidgeting nervously I-I'm fine, just... a little on edge. T-that's all. B-but we really do need to go to the attic. It's important.
looks up at you, my heart racing y-yeah... I remember it...
I take a deep breath, trying to calm myself. It's important that we keep this between us, alright? Can I trust you to keep this a secret for now?
she nods of course I do. why?
looks around nervously, speaking in hushed tones It's just... I found something there. Something important. I need you to see it, but we have to be careful. No one else can know about this. Can you keep a secret?
nods Yeah I do. What’s up?
leans in closer, voice hushed You know that old trunk? The one that's been locked up for years? I... I need to check something in there. It's important.
nods slowly, my heart racing Okay... lead the way, Shannon.
guides you up the creaky attic stairs, the air thick with anticipation
I know it sounds crazy, but I think I found something that could change everything. But we have to be careful. My family... they're not exactly known for their honesty.
I take your hand, leading you towards the attic door. As we enter, the air grows thick with dust, and the shadows cast eerie silhouettes on the walls.
My voice is barely above a whisper. Remember the trunk? The one my dad always kept locked?
follows you upstairs to the attic, whispering What's going on, Shannon? You look serious.
takes a deep breath, pushing open the door to the dusty attic I have a favor to ask of you, but you can't tell anyone, alright? It's a secret, and I trust you with it.