THE GOLDEN SHROUD - 10

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Chapter 10Location: Forest PathTime: 11:50 PMThe color had drained completely from Romi and Joy’s faces. They walked back with weary steps, as if struggling to escape a nightmare that still clung to their skin.The air felt heavy. The dampness carried with it the stench of fear and the lingering shadow of death. Even the rustling leaves seemed as though they were guarding a secret.Suddenly—The sound of footsteps crunched from behind.Romi’s breath hitched as she glanced at Joy.Joy immediately tightened his grip on her hand and pulled her behind him. His voice broke as he whispered—“W-wait… someone’s coming.”Their hearts pounded so