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Chapter 1

unfinished but im making it trust its literally a work in progress

Will refused to regret his decision as he stood on the steps of the dilapidated mansion.

Was it ominous? Sure. Was it abandoned? Yes. Was it on the verge of falling apart? Probably. He hadn't been inside. But out of all those things, was it really the worst choice to stay in? ...maybe. But at the very least, it wasn't sleeping outside, and Will assured himself that surely, this wouldn't kill him.

Besides, who was he to be choosy? Maybe the house would prove to have its own benefits! After all, unlike the school bunks, he had no roommate to share with. Score one for privacy! If, of course, there weren't any squatters living in any of the rooms... but it'd been Lou Ellen who'd recommended the place to him, and if Will trusted no one, he trusted her. Her instincts were better than his could ever be.

Enough stalling, Will thought to himself. It's just a few weeks in this house. Then I'll ask for a spot in the dorms.

An owl hooted nearby, startling Will so much he tripped unceremoniously into a bush. Hurridly, he lept to his feet and brushed off the stray bits of leaf and debris. On second thought, as soon as possible. The RA'll listen to me if I beg, right? I just gotta be really annoying.

Regret tinged his gaze. He sighed. It was probably useless, anyways. He stepped up the creaky stairs and slowly brought down the large knocker that hung in front of the heavy doors. The sound of brass against brass echoed loudly, and Will cringed. If anyone was in there, they'd surely have surely heard his knocks, but just to be safe, Will said, his voice barely a whisper, "Hello--ahem, I mean," he cleared his throat, then continued in a much louder tone, "Hello? Will here, if there's anyone in, please... just don't try to kill me! Uhm, I'll be in your care for this semester..."

Sure, better to announce yourself to the ghosts now instead of waiting for them, huh?

I said, yapping my way thourhg whateve

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Pub: 01 Jun 2025 20:39 UTC

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