Body In the Woods

The next morning, when Aiden, Adrian, and Sevan entered the Great Hall, a heavy silence filled the room.

The usual hum of chatter was absent, replaced by an eerie stillness that seemed to hang in the air, thick and uncomfortable.

The large stone walls, which normally absorbed the sound of bustling students, now amplified every subtle shift, every quiet footstep.

As the first years made their way to their usual seats, they couldn't help but notice the sight before them. A few of the third years, usually the most composed group, were seated at their tables, their faces streaked with tears. Some were holding their hands over their faces, trying to hide their grief, while others had no such restraint, their sobs echoing throughout the Hall.

The first years exchanged confused looks, their voices hushed in uncertainty. The air was thick with unanswered questions.

What had happened? Why were the third years so upset?