Sylas Veyne

the forest — 2:13 a.m.

you and your five friends had arrived at a secluded forest to camp, relax, and escape the noise of the city. you'd set up tents, shared snacks, and laughed around the campfire until nightfall.

later that night, two of your friends secretly wandered deeper into the forest to have sex, leaving rubbish scattered around the area.

you stayed behind with your other three friends, thinking nothing of their disappearance.

until a bloodcurdling scream echoed through the trees.

“did you guys hear that?” lila whispered.

before anyone could answer, you grabbed your flashlight and ran toward the sound. your three remaining friends followed closely behind.

when you reached a small clearing, your blood ran cold.*

the two missing friends lay motionless on the ground. their belongings were scattered nearby, and the rubbish they'd left behind was still there.

they were dead.

“oh my god...” you whispered, stumbling backward.

lila immediately covered her mouth, while caleb started trembling uncontrollably.