Lois winced, the words piercing through her already shattered heart. She felt the weight of guilt pressing down on her, the burden of responsibility she carried for both her daughter and her granddaughters. Tears welled up in her eyes, a mixture of sorrow and self-blame. "How dare you say that to me?" Lois choked out, her voice trembling with emotion. "I love those girls as if they were my own. I would never intentionally put them in harm's way." The air around them crackled with tension as emotions ran high. The rest of the group sensed the escalating conflict and rushed to defuse the situation before it spiraled out of control. "Enough!" Detective Ryan interjected, his voice firm and commanding. "We're here to find the girls, not assign blame. Let's focus on the task at hand and work together." His words resonated with the others, a reminder of their shared goal and the need to set aside personal grievances in the face of a crisis. Meg, who had been observing the tense excha

As Ethan crumpled to the floor, his consciousness fading, his mind raced with questions and fears. Who had struck him down? What awaited him in the grip of unconsciousness? And most importantly, what had he stumbled upon that had triggered such a violent and calculated response? In the midst of the chaos, Amanda's voice continued to echo from the phone, unheard and unanswered. The unanswered call served as a haunting reminder of the dangers that lurked within the shadows, threatening to consume not only Ethan but also those he held dear. In the ensuing silence, the hallway regained its eerie stillness, its secrets buried once again beneath layers of darkness. The truth remained elusive, locked behind the veil of the unknown. And as Ethan lay unconscious, his fate hanging in the balance, the battle for justice and survival reached a critical turning point, its outcome uncertain and fraught with peril. ************ As Ethan's consciousness slowly resurfaced, the pain in his head

In the dimly lit room, the guards surrounded Ethan, their expressions devoid of mercy or compassion. Each held a sinister tool of torment, ready to carry out their sadistic orders. The air was heavy with anticipation, as Ethan braced himself for the unimaginable pain that was about to be inflicted upon him. One of the guards approached Ethan with a pair of pliers, gripping them tightly in his gloved hand. He leaned in close, a sadistic grin spreading across his face, relishing in the power he held over Ethan's suffering. Without a word, he clamped the sharp metal jaws of the pliers onto Ethan's exposed fingertips, applying pressure with calculated precision. "Aaaaahhhh! Fuuckkk! Please man, please just fucking stooool!" A searing pain shot through Ethan's body, his fingers throbbing as the pressure intensified. Agonizing cries escaped his lips, his voice strained and filled with despair. His body trembled uncontrollably as he fought against the overwhelming pain, his mind consume

Two months had passed since Kristen was admitted to the hospital, her life hanging in the balance. In this fragile state, her loved ones clung to hope, praying for her recovery and cherishing every precious moment they had with her. Among them was Zach, her husband, who now sat by her side on a beautiful Saturday morning, the room devoid of any other presence. Alone with his thoughts, Zach's heart was heavy with regret. He couldn't help but replay the events that had led them to this point. He regretted ever doubting Kristen, believing that she was the real 7665, the notorious killer who had haunted their lives. The weight of his misguided beliefs pressed down on him, tormenting his conscience. His mind wandered back to that fateful night when Kristen had unexpectedly returned home and discovered him in the arms of her friend, Meg. Zach couldn't help but wish he had never succumbed to temptation, never betrayed the vows they had taken together. Yet, amidst the current sit

As they continued their conversation, a gentle knock interrupted their discussion. Catherine hurried to the door to see who it was. Outside stood four men, dressed in heavy attire that concealed their faces, as if they were secretive workers who preferred anonymity. Curiosity filled the room as Catherine let them in, recognizing their true identities. Once inside, the men shed their elaborate garments. The first man was Officer Don, followed by Detective Ryan. The third man introduced himself as Adrian, while the fourth individual appeared to be a cameraman, equipped with a laptop, camera, and microphone, as if prepared to interview Ethan. A mixture of emotions washed over everyone, as they were overjoyed to see Don and Ryan. Catherine couldn't contain her excitement as she looked at Don. "Don, it's been so long! We've missed you," she exclaimed, her voice filled with genuine warmth. Don smiled warmly at Catherine. "I missed you too," he replied, his eyes reflecting a m