It was nearly midnight, and the full moon illuminated the clear, black sky. The wind whispered through the weeping trees, creating an eerie atmosphere. Despite the deathly cold, there was one place untouched – the isolated forest behind the village. For years, no one had dared to enter. Myths and tales of terrifying creatures and horrors haunted the forest, although no one truly believed them. This dark, vast forest stretched endlessly for miles. It was undoubtedly the darkest night of the year.
Some eerie trains passed by, emitting chilling sounds and sending shivers down the spine. Across this exceptionally odd and gloomy forest, wolves were howling loudly, their haunting cries merging into a river of terror and sorrow, concealing something sinister within. Accompanied by a teacher, a group of teenagers ventured into this ancient village. Perched on the hill, the village harbored an ancient and ominous house that had been in ruins for many years. The house stood vacant, devoid of any inhabitants. Its immense, decayed structure cast an unsettling impression on the group as they gathered in front of its demolished entrance, encircled by a tall fence topped with barbed wire.
The entrance of the abandoned and half-ruined house resembled a cavernous mouth, while the windows appeared as dark, staring eyes. This place was often frequented by teenagers and adults looking to engage in drug use and mischief, and it was surrounded by numerous frightening stories. The only source of light in this eerie location was the dull moon, which cast dim rays through the ancient remnants of the windows. These rays created peculiar shadowy reflections on the walls, giving the impression of someone surreptitiously moving about.
The odor was repulsive due to the rats and the decomposed bodies of numerous individuals who had been confined to that location without nourishment or hydration. The guards neglected to transport them elsewhere. In certain areas, faint splotches of blood were visible on the corners, prompting speculation about the events unfolding in this eerie and enigmatic place. A torn portrait lay on the floor, its severed halves revealing a seemingly lifeless face fixated on the ceiling.
Within the vicinity of the portrait, lay several fragments of shattered glass. Below these shards were deteriorating floorboards that showed signs of rat infestation and cracks. A pungent odor permeated the air, comprising burnt trash, cigarette smoke, mold, decay, damp wood, and stone. In addition, there was an unpleasant amalgamation of rancid breath, urine, and the presence of rats. This combination of smells created an overwhelming, vile stench. Instantly, the teenagers felt their blood run cold and had an automatic compulsion to flee in any direction possible. However, there was an unknown feeling within them that halted their escape—a sensation of stumbling upon something mysterious.
Some seconds later the sound continued and they lowered a dusty door handle. Upon entering the room, the children discovered it was an old, filthy cell with rusty bars, wall paint on the floor, and a broken window. However, there was one unexpected presence: a man, imprisoned within! The stranger had long, unkempt facial hair and was dressed in a white strait jacket. He sat casually in a dirty corner, crying out loudly. He emitted a repulsive odor, likely due to not having taken a shower in several weeks.
He appeared extremely unwell (his eyes were red, he was extremely thin). Now the teenagers’ minds were filled with bizarre thoughts: could he be a homeless person or just a madman? However, they refused to believe that he was an actual ghost, but rather a man abandoned in that haunted house. The teenagers now had concrete proof of the existence of ghosts. Fear hung thick in the air, and the only sound audible was the pounding of their own hearts. The ghost cast a final look, filled with despair and sadness, at the teenagers before vanishing into thin air.
The teenagers were terrified of the eerie atmosphere in that peculiar place. They invited the thin man to accompany them. They provided him with new clothes, and he agreed to join them. He guided them around and shared peculiar and captivating tales about the location. The teenagers felt scared and longed to return home. However, the man informed them that once they entered that place, there was no escape. A group of teenagers clung to the hope that someone would come to their rescue and lead them out of that underwhelming place…
