Screams of Horror

Unraveling the Mystery

Victor's boutique, Dark Silk Boutique, was a haven for Ravenswood's women, seeking refuge from the demands of their daily lives and finding solace in his exquisite garments. He was a talented tailor, known for his attention to detail and ability to bring the best out of his clients. As he worked, Victor's mind wandered to his friend James, who had fallen victim to the Legend of Kidnapper Beauty. He couldn't shake off the feeling of guilt and worry, wandering if he could have done something to prevent it. In this society, men were expected to stay at home, tending to domestic duties, while women worked outside till late nights. Men were also obligated to cook, clean, take care of children, and manage household chores. They were required to be home before 6 pm, lest they face the wrath of Kidnapper Beauty. Victor and Andrew visited the library, where their friend Peter worked. They asked him to retrieve a book containing the legend of Kidnapper Beauty. Peter handed them the book, as they flipped through its pages, they discovered the location where the legend was said to reside in the present day. Intrigued, the trio decided to investigate further. They made their way to the location, and as they approached, Victor felt an eerie sensation. Suddenly, he locked eyes with Kidnapper Beauty herself. She gazed deep into his eyes and Victor felt his mind clouding, as, if he was being hypnotised. The legend's powers were mesmerizing, and Victor couldn't resist. Kidnapper Beauty began to whisper strange words, drawing Victor closer. He felt his feet moving towards her, as if controlled by an unseen force. Andrew and Peter were frozen in shock, unable to intervene. Just as Kidnapper Beauty was about to grab Victor, a girl named Mia appeared out of nowhere, throwing a dagger imbued with holy incantations at the legend. The hypnotic spell was broken, and Victor snapped back to reality. Mia grabbed Victor's arm, and together they fled the scene, leaving Kidnapper Beauty stunned and enraged. As they emerged into the safety of the outside world, Victor turned to Mia and asked, "Who are you? And how did you know about Kidnapper Beauty?" Mia's eyes gleamed with a hint of mystery as she replied, "Let's just say I have my ways. But we need to talk more about this later. For now, let's get out of here before she recovers." And with that, they vanished into the crowd, leaving Victor wondering about the secrets Mia held and the true nature of Kidnapper Beauty. 

Word Count:- 428 words