The Night She Saw Too Much

CHAPTER 1

It's raining.

It's not just the simple mist—but that rain like someone wants to wash. The kind where no matter how strong your umbrella is, you'll still get wet.

My grip on my bag tightened as I walked down the dark road.

It's bad luck, I whispered to myself.

I got home late. I didn't realize the time because of all the school work, and then suddenly it was like this. There were also not many people on the road—just a few pole lights giving light, but not enough to make me lose my nervousness.

I don't know.

Like the weight of the wind.

Something seems wrong.

I shook my head. You're welcome, Ariana, I said softly, trying to calm myself down.

I kept walking, but my steps grew faster. I can't explain why, but something seems to push me to leave the area immediately.

Up to—

Thunder.

I was momentarily stunned when the lightning struck, and it was followed by a heavier downpour of rain.

Great great great great great I am breathless. It's really perfect timing.

I looked around, seeking shelter. Almost nothing. Purely closed shops and dark buildings.

Until I noticed—

an old building on the corner.

Dark. It almost looks broken. There's a little light coming in from the broken window.

I don't know why, but I felt a strange feeling as I looked there.

It seems like something is wrong.

But with the rain coming down, I have no choice.

It's only a matter of time, I whispered, trying to ignore my hunch.

I approached the door.

Creaaaktaah

I pushed it slowly.

I was immediately greeted by the cold air inside. Quietly. Too quiet.

I hugged myself.

"It's so creepy.

I went in, trying not to make any noise. Water dripped from my hair down to the floor. Every step I took was accompanied by the faint sound of my wet shoes.

It's dark inside.

Only light came from outside and through a few holes in the wall.

I took a deep breath.

It's okay, I'm just trying to calm myself down.

But I still can't finish my thought—

I heard something.

Voices.

I stopped.

Just weak at first. Like talking.

I frowned.

Is there anyone? I whispered to myself.

I don't know why, but instead of coming out 200 more I came closer.

I walked slowly to the source of the sound.

The voice grew louder.

Clearer.

This is not what was discussed.

Then you should have followed the deal.

I was stopped behind a broken wall. I peeked around a bit.

And there—

my world stopped.

There are men.

Not just one. There are a lot of them.

And in the midst of them—

a man on his knees.

Bound.

Blood was dripping from his lips.

My eyes widened.

I can barely whisper.

“Please” I heard the man on his knees say, voice trembling. I did everything you asked.

BANG.

I jumped in shock.

My heart seems to have stopped.

I can't breathe.

I can't move.

I saw—

the man's body slumped to the floor.

There's no life.

There's blood.

I grabbed my mouth to stop myself from screaming.

Not exactly true.

This can't be happening.

No, it's not easy.

crack.

I turned on my heel.

I stepped on a broken piece of wood.

And as soon as it's ready—

everybody shut up.

All heads turned in my direction.

I stiffened.

I can't feel my body.

I can't breathe.

And that's when I heard—

a cold voice.

She saw everything.

It's like I had frozen water poured all over my body.

I'm dead.

I didn't think about how—just what i know—

I ran.

Immediately.

I stepped out of the building, nearly slipping on the floor. I don't even think about where I am going—all that matters is, getting away.

My breath catches as I run through the rain.

Running, running, just running... I whispered to myself.

But I don't have to look back to find out—

someone's after me.

I hear footsteps.

Strong.

Fast.

Stop her!

It made me even faster.

My chest tightened.

My foot already hurts.

But I can't stop.

I can't be caught.

I turned left into an alley. Dark. There was hardly any light.

I whispered something wrong, but it was too late.

Dead end.

I stopped.

I took a deep breath, my whole body shivering.

I turned slowly.

And that's where I found them.

Three.

Approaching.

Not in a hurry.

They seem pretty sure I have no escape.

And where are you going? 4. said the other, with a grin.

I trailed off.

I have nowhere to go.

There's nothing I can do.

I don't know them.

I don't know who they are.

But only one thing is certain—

I'm not safe anymore.

I blinked for a moment.

Why me?

Why did I even come here?

Why did I even put it in the bag?

“Please” I said softly, almost in a whisper. No oneI saw you

They are quiet.

Until one laughed.

“You are wrong,” he said.

And as soon as it's ready—

i realized the truth.

It doesn't matter what I saw.

Because for them—

enough that I was there.

Enough to not let me go.

I slowly backed away until my back was against the wall.

No more.

It's that time.

And in the midst of rain, fear, and darkness—

I only have one in mind.

I don't know who they are

but I know my life will never be the same.

Anytime.

TO BE CONTINUED...

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