Story 113: The Silent Caller

Emily always found comfort in the silence of her bedroom. It was her sanctuary, a place where she could retreat from the world and immerse herself in books, music, and her thoughts. Tonight was no different—except for the strange sense of unease that crept over her as she scrolled through her phone, lounging on her bed.

She couldn’t shake the feeling that something was off. The shadows in the room seemed to stretch further than they should, and the soft hum of the air conditioner felt more like a whisper than a calming drone. Dismissing the thoughts as the result of watching too many horror movies, she decided to unwind with some music.