The following days were a whirlwind of research and preparation. Elena's contacts provided valuable information about the entity, revealing it to be a powerful and ancient force that fed on fear and suffering. To destroy it, they would need to perform a more complex and dangerous ritual.
As they gathered the necessary items for the ritual, the supernatural occurrences around them intensified. Objects moved on their own, strange noises echoed through the house, and an oppressive feeling of dread settled over them.
One evening, as they prepared for the ritual, the entity made its presence known in a terrifying way. The lights flickered and went out, plunging the house into darkness. The air grew cold, and a low, menacing hum filled the room.
"Richie, we need to start the ritual now," Elena said, her voice steady despite the fear in her eyes.
