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.

she whispered. “Mommy’s

crew wouldn’t put them in genuine danger, Ariana aimed her flashlight toward the stairs, finding nothing

Ariana said, trying to soothe him. “There’s nothing

mouth, an unexpected muffled cough echoed from the staircase, followed by

production team had added an

she took a

the door, casting tree shadows into the room

dim light filtering from the outside revealed the silhouette of Ariana and Melon and an ominously stooped figure slowly approaching from the

his voice, cried out, “The monster! It’s

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

strength, inside,

she

an unexpected touch on her shoulder

Melon’s terror was evident, the boy echoing Ariana’s

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