Screams from the Abyss

Midnight Revelation

Jaden's slumber was abruptly interrupted by the jarring ringtone of his phone, its piercing sound cutting through the otherwise silent room. In the dimly lit space, he stirred, feeling a sense of disorientation. Beside him, Alex shifted slightly in his sleep, unaffected by the disturbance that had roused Jaden from his dreams.

With drowsy movements, Jaden reached out into the darkness, his hand fumbling for the familiar shape of the bedside lamp. His fingertips brushed against the cool surface, and with a soft click, the room was bathed in a warm glow. The sudden brightness caused Jaden to squint, his eyes adjusting to the light that flooded the space.

Grasping his phone, he clumsily pressed the answer button and raised it to his ear. His voice, still thick with sleep, escaped in a groggy murmur. "Hello?" he mumbled, struggling to shake off the remnants of slumber.

A voice emanated from the receiver, its familiarity causing Jaden's brows to furrow in confusion. "Miss Thompson?" he cal