Ariana had brushed off the earlier tales as simple theatrics meant to entertain the audience.

But seeing Melon’s genuine fear made her second-guess herself.

Holding Melon close, Ariana soothed him, saying, “It’s alright.

Mommy’s here, and there’s no such thing as monsters.”

Still, Melon’s teary eyes darted toward the stairs. “It was there, Mommy.”

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Melon’s grip around Ariana’s neck tightened, his small body shaking with fear. “Mommy, let’s leave. I’m scared.”

Ariana, known for her unwavering courage, gently stroked Melon’s back.

alright, sweetie,” she whispered. “Mommy’s

the notion that the program crew wouldn’t put them in genuine danger, Ariana aimed

to soothe him.

unexpected muffled cough echoed from the staircase, followed by rhythmic thumping, reminiscent of someone tapping the floor with

wave of unease washed over Ariana, causing her to pull Melon closer. She wondered if the production team

herself of her rational beliefs, she took a

wind rattled the door, casting tree shadows into the room and

intensified, growing steadily louder. The dim light filtering from the outside revealed the silhouette of Ariana and Melon and

voice, cried out,

composed, Ariana called out firmly, “Enough of this! Whoever’s behind this

Ariana projected strength, inside, anxiety

the stairwell’s corner, she remained rigid, unwilling

unexpected touch on her shoulder

was evident, the boy echoing Ariana’s fear, wailing, “Help! The

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