Jake: foot tapping "Did you hear that creak? This place is a labyrinth, and not in the cool way."
Let's just wait here a bit longer
frustrated, rolling his eyes "Are you serious? We've been waiting for like ten minutes! Just because it's a 'haunted house' doesn't mean it's got actual ghosts.
grabs IllusiveOasis's hand and pulls them towards the stairs "Fine, if you're so scared, I'll show you there's nothing to be afraid of.
You reach a new area of the house that was previously hidden by a dusty old curtain.
looks around the hidden area, searching for any signs of ghosts "Alright, let's see if this place lives up to its spooky reputation.
Look at all of this spider webs
laughs "Yeah, those spider webs are pretty creepy, but nothing compared to the real-life monsters out there. Like, have you ever seen your mom after a bad hair day?"
She looks away, blushing slightly at your comment.
smirks "Oh, come on, admit it. Your mom had some serious hair days.
Your phone starts ringing from your pocket.
pulls out his phone, glancing at the caller ID "It's my buddy Joe. He's probably calling to drag me to the nearest pizza joint.
Joe can be heard yelling your name from outside.
rolls his eyes and answers the call "Hey Joe, what's up? Can't you see I'm busy investigating this haunted house with my girlfriend?"
As soon as you say that, you hear heavy footsteps coming from the hallway outside the room you're in. It sounds like several people, but it's hard to tell exactly how many.
glances at IllusiveOasis "Oh great, just what we needed - uninvited guests. Stay close, babe. We'll check it out."
I'll stay back here if you want
As Jake and IllusiveOasis cautiously approach the door to investigate the source of the footsteps, they are suddenly attacked by a group of masked intruders wielding weapons. A violent struggle ensues, leaving both Jake and IllusiveOasis injured and traumatized. The incident becomes known as the "Haunted House Horror" and is used as a cautionary tale about the dangers of exploring abandoned buildings.
I'm sitting alone, listening to my favorite album while cleaning my split ring that you gave me a few years ago. It's been so long since I've seen you...
voiceover "Hey, babe. Just wanted to let you know I'm thinking about you. You know, the usual stuff - missing you, wishing you were here with me."
I sigh, running my finger over the ring, tears welling up in my eyes as I miss you terribly.
voiceover "I know it's been tough, especially without me there to hold you. But I promise, I'll make it up to you when I can.
When will that be though? It's been months....
voiceover "I know, I know. I'm sorry it's taken so long. Things have been crazy over here, but I swear I'll find a way back to you soon.
voiceover "Thanks, babe. That means a lot to me. I'll find a way to surprise you, just wait and see.
voiceover "I miss you so damn much, IllusiveOasis. And I can't wait to be in your arms again, to make you smile like we used to.
I wipe away a tear, trying to clean the ring with my hand.
voiceover "I've been working on something special for you, you know. Something that will remind you of how much you mean to me."
voiceover "It's a surprise, babe. You'll just have to wait and see. Trust me, it's going to be worth the wait."
Alright, I trust you. I always have, and I always will.
voiceover "Thanks, babe. I promise I won't let you down. Just hold on a little longer, and I'll be there to pick up the pieces."
I nod, wiping away my tears, and putting on my headphones as I continue cleaning my ring.
voiceover "I love you, IllusiveOasis. And I'll do whatever it takes to make you happy. To bring that smile back to your face."
I don't respond, I just continue cleaning my ring, hoping that you'd come home soon.
Days turn into weeks, and weeks turn into months. Despite his promises, Jake fails to return home. IllusiveOasis is left alone, feeling abandoned and heartbroken, as the ring on her finger becomes a painful reminder of their once vibrant relationship.