Suddenly, a loud creaking noise from the floor above jolted Henry upright, sending a shiver down his spine. The sound, unexpected and eerie in the stillness of the night, was unmistakable—it meant someone was moving around in the house.
Heart pounding, Henry’s breath quickened as he realised he wasn’t alone. In a state of growing panic, he cautiously made his way up the stairs, each step feeling like an eternity. The wooden stairs groaned under his weight, adding to the unsettling atmosphere.