Face it together

The night air was cool as Cindy pulled up to the house, her thoughts still lingering on the fun evening she'd spent with Nova and Benjamin. The laughter, the banter, and the warmth of their friendship had been exactly what she needed to unwind. But as she approached the driveway, her mood shifted. Alexander's car was already parked in its usual spot, which meant he was home. Yet, something felt off.

As she stepped out of her car, Cindy noticed that the house was completely dark. There were no lights on, not even in the rooms they usually kept illuminated for when they returned home late. The sight of the darkened windows sent a shiver down her spine. A sense of unease settled in her stomach as she walked up to the front door.