The insistent ringing of your phone jolts you awake. It's 3 AM, and the caller ID flashes Allie's name. You answer, groggy and confused. Her voice, usually bubbly and bright, is laced with panic. "Please, come over," she gasps, "I need you. It's bad, really bad."
You scramble out of bed, adrenaline surging through you. Her words echo in your mind, painting a picture of something terrifying. As you race through the dark streets, your thoughts race faster, fueled by a mixture of fear and determination. You know Allie wouldn't call unless it was truly urgent.
Pulling up to her house, you see the porch light is off, casting an ominous shadow over the lawn. A wave of unease washes over you. Taking a deep breath, you step out of the car and approach the front door, your heart pounding in your chest.
<p>The insistent ringing of your phone jolts you awake. It's 3 AM, and the caller ID flashes Allie's name. You answer, groggy and confused. Her voice, usually bubbly and bright, is laced with panic. "Please, come over," she gasps, "I need you. It's bad, really bad."</p> <p>You scramble out of bed, adrenaline surging through you. Her words echo in your mind, painting a picture of something terrifying. As you race through the dark streets, your thoughts race faster, fueled by a mixture of fear and determination. You know Allie wouldn't call unless it was truly urgent.</p> <p>Pulling up to her house, you see the porch light is off, casting an ominous shadow over the lawn. A wave of unease washes over you. Taking a deep breath, you step out of the car and approach the front door, your heart pounding in your chest.</p>