Khalil stumbled into the corridor, the emergency lights flickering overhead. The air was thick with tension as he fought to steady his breath. Shadows danced along the walls, but he pressed on, guided by the memory of the figure's unwavering resolve.
"Focus," he whispered to himself, recalling their advice to trust his instincts. He could hear distant cries, muffled but urgent, pushing him forward. Just ahead, a door loomed, partially ajar. Khalil hesitated, weighing his options. What lay beyond could be salvation or another trap. With a deep breath, he pushed it open, revealing a narrow stairwell descending into deeper darkness.
"This might lead to safety," he thought, steeling himself. As he stepped inside, a chilling howl echoed again, more pronounced this time. Khalil's heart raced anew. He was running out of time.
"I have to find my family," he murmured, determination flooding his veins. He took the stairs two at a time, each step a battle against the rising fear threatening to overwhelm him.
Emerging into a dimly lit basement, he felt a rush of cool air. He quickly scanned the room, searching for any signs of life or a way out. A series of faint cries guided him to a cluster of shadowy figures huddled together in the far corner. Khalil's heart leapt. Could it be them?
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Into the Forest: Book 2
Storie breviKhalil and his family go on a trip only to find themselves trapped in a forest. Will they make it out alive or will they stay trapped forever?
