Introduce the protagonist, Evelyn, a young woman battling chronic depression since childhood.

- Evelyn has recently lost her job and withdrawn from her friends, retreating into her dimly lit apartment.

- Introduce the atmospheric setting of a city drenched in perpetual rain, symbolizing Evelyn's mood.

One night, as Evelyn struggles with her demons, she discovers an ancient book of rituals hidden in her apartment.

- Skimming through, she finds a ritual that claims to summon a demon to confront one's inner fears.

- Despite her reservations, she decides to perform the ritual, hoping for

Evelyn successfully summons Azrael, a demon who embodies despair.

- Azrael appears as a shadowy figure, whispering unsettling truths about her life and failures.

- Evelyn becomes increasingly paranoid, questioning if Azrael is merely a product of her mind or a real entity.

- The demon starts influencing her thoughts, amplifying her depression and isolating her from her dwindling support system.

- As the days progress, Azrael's hold grows stronger; accusations of inadequacy haunt Evelyn.

- Her mental health deteriorates, leading to hallucinations where the line between reality and illusion blurs.

- She begins to distance herself from her one remaining friend, Marcus, who notices her erratic behavior.

- Tension rises as Evelyn faces symptoms of both depression and the demon's torment.

A confrontation occurs when Marcus steps in, demanding Evelyn face her fears and let him help her, despite her protests.

- Azrael attempts to manipulate both souls, twisting reality around them as the atmosphere turns hostile.

- A physical and emotional battle ensues between Evelyn, supported by Marcus, versus the demon, culminating in a dramatic revelation about her inner strength and potential.

- Evelyn harnesses newfound courage and confronts her inner demons head-on, realizing that healing requires facing her pain instead of succumbing to it.

- Azrael shrinks back as Evelyn begins to cast off the layers of despair that once bound her.

- Marcus stands by her side, proving that support from loved ones is crucial in battling mental illness.

- Evelyn integrates her experience, opting for therapy and support groups, openly working on her mental health.

- The shadow of Azrael lingers, symbolizing that while her battle with demons isn't over, she now possesses the tools to fight.

- The story ends with a glimmer of hope as she steps outside after a rainstorm, facing the world with freshly lit resolve.