How terrifying it was, Cassie realized, that she had to find the courage to face the lurking threat. The unsettling feeling that wouldn't go away, the dreams that haunted her more frequently, and the mysterious shadow that always seemed near were all signs that her life was teetering on the edge of something far more dangerous.
The next morning, Cassie woke up feeling utterly exhausted, even though her body wasn't battling a fever or illness like usual. Her mind felt foggy, and her vision blurred briefly as she got out of bed. As she descended the stairs to the kitchen, she found a cold cup of tea on the table—Kevin must have made it before leaving for work. She sighed deeply, trying to calm her growing unease.
As she sat at the kitchen table, her phone rang again. This time, an unknown number appeared on the screen. Hesitant, Cassie answered. "Hello?"
