**The Whispering Shadows** In the small, desolate town of Ravensbrook

**The Whispering Shadows** In the small, desolate town of Ravensbrook, there was an old house that had stood abandoned for years. No one dared to enter, for it was said to be cursed. The townsfolk spoke of strange occurrences—the lights flickering on despite no electricity, and soft whispers that could be heard from the rotting walls. One stormy evening, a young woman named Eliza, new to the town and unaware of the tales, sought refuge in the old house. She had lost her way, the rain pouring down so heavily that she could barely see a few feet ahead. The house, looming at the end of the road, was her only option. The door creaked open, almost as if inviting her in. The air inside was stale, carrying a musty scent of decay. Eliza shivered, the chill of the place cutting through her soaked clothes. She found an old candle on a dusty table and lit it with a match from her bag, the flickering flame casting long shadows on the walls. As she explored the house, the whispers began. At first, they were faint, like the wind slipping through the cracks, but soon they grew louder, more distinct. They called her name, a chorus of soft, pleading voices. "Eliza... Eliza..." She froze, the candle trembling in her hand. "Who's there?" she called out, her voice barely above a whisper. There was no answer, only the sound of footsteps above her, heavy and deliberate. Against her better judgment, she climbed the creaking staircase, each step groaning under her weight. The whispers grew louder, almost frantic. "Eliza... come to us..." She reached the top of the stairs, her heart pounding in her chest. The hallway stretched out before her, lined with doors that seemed to stretch into the darkness. One door stood slightly ajar, a pale light spilling out from within. The whispers were coming from there. With trembling hands, she pushed the door open. The room was empty except for a large mirror standing in the center. The glass was fogged, but as she stepped closer, the fog began