Back in time

Chapter 1 : Have you ever hear of the legend

"Have you ever heard about the legend regarding that well over there?" The camp counselor asked in a low voice that reverberated through the silent night.

Not a single voice answered in reply as we all huddled together closer towards the small campfire that provided us with warmth against the dark and chilly night.

I rolled my eyes at how she decided to make use of the cold darkness to spook the oness with a weaker heart.

"Great another ghost story to spook us all." I muttered in annoyance as my bestie grabbed onto my arms with all her might.

That will leave a bruise tomorrow, I sighed in exasperation.

"Shh..."Trish shushed as she grabbed on tighter , anticipating the continuation of the story.

I rolled my eyes again.

The camp counselor cleared her throat before speaking in the same tone again. "No? Well , it is said that whoever who falls into the well by accident is never seen again , regardless if they are dead or alive.No corpse or whatever..."

"Justina, if that is the case, where did they all disappear to ?Why didn't they scream for help if they fall into the well? And how do you know if the corpse was never found? Did people go down and look for the corpse? "I asked the camp counselor in the most skeptical voice I was able to muster 

"Geez ... Stop asking so many questions! All right people, time to retire for the night." Justina snapped , obviously annoyed by all the logical questions that I threw at her.

Oh well whatever. I thought as I got up and went back with the other girls.

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"Minori , wake up!" A voice whispered at my ears.

Immediately , I shot up , looking for the source that cost me my sleep.

"Trish? What do you want in the middle of the night?" I asked in an annoyed voice upon realizing  that it was her.

"I need to go to the washroom , can you please follow me there? I'm scared." Tricia answered in a soft whisper.

"Fine ."I answered knowing that she would not stop until I agreed to what she asked.

We trudged in silence to the toilet that was situated quite a distance away from the bunks.

I could understand the reason for Trish's fear of visiting the toilet herself as I looked around with the flashlight in one hand.

Dark shadows that appeared mutilated lay around the ground strangely. Strange shapes that we could not identify loomed around each corner ominously.The place was completely silent, as though nature has decided to take a rest tonight. The sound of crunching leaves below our shoes resonated loudly against the silent night.

The cold night breeze brushed against my skin, leaving goosebumps in its wake.

A cold shudder went down my spine. I wasn't sure if it was due to the cold or due to the strange feeling the place was giving me.

"Minori, do you think the legend about the well is true? I am scared . it is just next to us." Trish said as we entered the toilet.

"Hmmm" I said as what she said suddenly gave me inspiration to do something. Something bad.

"It is not real, girl. Go use the toilet now." I said before shoving her into the cubicle.

"I'll be waiting for you outside." I said before leaving the washroom.

I rushed to the side of the well and slowly lowered myself into the well. I wanted to give Trish a scare. I mean what will her response be if something seems to be climbing out of the well?

Yet, there was a fatal flaw in my plan. I have failed to account for the slippery algae that coated the ancient well. Well, that and the overestimation of my own limits.

In the next moment , as I tried to grab onto the sides of the well , I slipped.

"Argggghhhhh..."I let out an ear deafening scream as I fell. But I could really care less if my scream was deafening at that moment. My very existence was in peril at that moment!

Oh no, surely I am not going to survive the long fall down the well.

Oh my god!

I should never have attempted something so evil.And why the heck did you even think that it is a good idea in the first place, given your pathetic lack of physical strength and stamina?For someone who has consistently been ranked tenth(from the bottom) of the physical education class, why the heck do you even think that you will manage this impossible feat?

If I survive the fall...

Either the gods must have really been on my side, or the grim reaper must have found me too noisy and too much of a nuisance for him to collect my mortal soul peacefully. Because thankfully, I managed to survive the incredibly long fall.

"Ouch" I exclaimed in pain as I rubbed my sore bottom that came into contact with the bottom of the well.

As discouraging as it was, I had no choice but to assess the loss and injuries that I have obtained from the fall to ensure that I was still alive.

Okay , nothing too serious! Just some scrapes and a torn shirt...Wait, torn shirt? I don't remember tearing my shirt. How embarrassing it will be if the person rescuing me sees me in so indecently dressed.

Most especially if that Sebestian knew about it.

I could already picture that smirk of triumph he will be showing to me and that his annoying laughter if he knew of my mishap.

So , even though I knew that it was quite impossible, I stood up, bearing the pain, and tried to look for any piece of clothing that will be able to cover me up somehow.

Just then , I felt something. Something that felt suspiciously like cloth.I felt around some more and found sleeves.

Knowing that I have found what I wanted , I slipped it on.

Satisfied , I sat down.

Fatigue overcame me and I fell into a deep slumber...