Jared, Josias, Bryan, and Michael found themselves immersed in the virtual world of video games at the cozy abode of Jared and Josias. As the evening hours crept in, the sense of monotony began to settle upon the group, prompting them to contemplate their next course of action. With the clock striking 7 pm and the elders engaged in conversation within the confines of the living room, the quartet decided to venture into the backyard for a change of scenery. Fully aware of the disapproval that awaited them for venturing out after dusk, they opted to partake in a round of hide and seek amidst the veil of night, with Jared reluctantly assuming the role of the seeker.
Following a meticulous count to 100, Jared commenced his search for his elusive companions within the dense forest on the outskirts of the property. As minutes ticked by, an air of uncertainty loomed over him, prompting Jared to concede defeat as the oppressing darkness enveloped the landscape. his voice pierced the tranquility as he beckoned his friends with a semblance of jest, assuming their absence to be a mere trick of their design. Unmet by their anticipated response, Jared’s attempts at summoning his companions grew increasingly desperate as he entertained the notion of returning indoors.
However, as he turned towards the comforting glow of home, a sudden realization dawned upon him - the once familiar path that led him back had inexplicably vanished, leaving Jared stranded in the heart of the enigmatic forest. The weight of his predicament bore down upon him, as he grappled with the unsettling realization that he was truly lost in the labyrinthine shadows of the night.