C36 A Coffin Hidden in the Tree

I inhaled deeply, steadying my breath.

Gazing at the vast emptiness before me, I didn't move forward. After some deliberation, I resolved to first enter the house. Yet, as I turned to head back, I found the door had already swung shut.

A thunderous crash jolted me out of my reverie.

I drew another deep breath, my face growing solemn