Opening: Describe Havenwood in vivid detail, establishing its atmosphere of quiet unease. Introduce Seraphina, detailing her troubled past, her relationship with her estranged father (or lack thereof), and her initial reaction to his death. Explore her emotional state – is she grieving, indifferent, or suspicious?

* The Reading of the Will: The lawyer's office becomes a stage for dramatic revelations. The will itself is a cryptic document, perhaps hinting at hidden conditions or responsibilities tied to the inheritance. Introduce other potential inheritors or interested parties – are there jealous relatives, old business partners of Elias, or perhaps even a secret family?

* The Estate: Seraphina's arrival at the Thorne estate is described in chilling detail. The mansion's architecture, its overgrown gardens, the unsettling silence – all contribute to a sense of foreboding. Explore her first impressions of the house, the specific rooms that evoke a sense of unease, and any initial discoveries (old portraits, locked diaries, strange artifacts).

* First Encounters: Introduce the key supporting characters: the housekeeper (a source of gossip and veiled warnings), the local historian (who might possess knowledge of the Thorne family's past), the town sheriff (skeptical of Seraphina and protective of Havenwood's secrets), and perhaps a potential love interest (adding a layer of romantic tension). These encounters should drop hints about Elias's reputation and the rumors surrounding him.

* Unsettling Discoveries: Seraphina begins exploring the mansion, uncovering clues about Elias's life. These could be seemingly insignificant objects that trigger memories or unsettling feelings, hidden passages, or cryptic messages.

* The Dream: Seraphina experiences a vivid, disturbing dream related to her father or the house itself, foreshadowing the darkness to come.