The Letter And The Key

Chapter 2 The Envelope

I started roaming around the house exploring. I came to the biggest room, it seemed like a living room, except 10x bigger than its suppose to be. I glanced around and saw many huge books, with at least 3 layers of dust on them. I walked over to examine them. One book which was called: "The Wait" had an envelope sticking out from it. I was debating to take it or not. I heard the rest of my family trampling in, so I quickly shoved the envelope in the sweatshirt pocket. Then I sat on the couch, making it look like I was up to nothing. Dad walked in and asked "Mandi did you unpack already?" I looked at him and said "No. I will do that right now." I slid off the couch and walked to a random bedroom, (Which I found out later was mine.) And started to unpack. My eyes darted around the room making sure no one was here, I took the envelope out of my pocket, and tore it open. Inside the envelope was a small, neatly folded note. And an ancient copper key. I removed both of the items. Should I open the letter first, or examine the key first? I asked myself. Guess it wouldn't hurt to find out what this is all about I said to myself. I unfolded the letter, trying to be careful as I did so. I skimmed the letter trying to figure out what some words meant. After reading it silently I started to whisper-read it.

Dear reader,
after you read this letter please know that your lives are in danger. This house is linked to a mystery. This is a mystery indeed. You will get limited help, some sources, including this letter. Your family will wither
in despair if you fail to complete this quest. Yes this a quest. If you tell ANY one your life will end very shortly. So another words keep this piece of writing to yourself . Now about that quest you ask? We will give you 13 clues to figure this out. We will send reinforcements to give you an introduction. On Tuesday, July, 17, 2013.
Sincerely,
Professor Unknown