Meanwhile, just after Sullivan and Maxine vaulted off the roof of her chamber, a group of women who had just finished their meal in the dining hall were on their way back to their chambers when they suddenly heard a distant cry that sent shivers down their spines.
Fiona, known for her talkative nature, was the first to react. Her heart raced as she turned back, spotting two other women a few steps behind her. She hurried back to them, her voice trembling with concern as she questioned them.
"Did any of you... hear that cry too?" Fiona asked, nervously fidgeting with the hem of her dress.
Arielle, a red-haired woman, and Jane, who appeared more composed than the others, exchanged glances. Arielle nodded, confirming the unsettling sound. "Yes, we heard it too."
Fiona's anxiety deepened. "Do you think... they're here again?"
