Chapter 9: Mark’s Sarcastic Defense Mechanism

Rachel returns from her encounter with Hannah shaken to the core, but Mark hides behind humor, trying to deflect the mounting dread. As she reveals the chilling truth about a blood-bound covenant with Mithras, Mark’s sarcasm crumbles, replaced by the terrifying realization that their family may already be entangled in something ancient—and inescapable.

Sometimes laughter is the last line of defense… before fear takes over.

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Chapter 8: Hannah’s Revelation

Rachel confronts Hannah in search of answers—and uncovers the chilling truth behind Willow Creek’s obsession with loyalty. What begins as a conversation over tea quickly unravels into a confession of an ancient, binding pact made with a god who demands more than faith—he demands blood. As the veil is lifted, Rachel realizes her family isn’t just living in this town… they’re trapped in it.

Some promises are inherited—and breaking them comes with a cost.

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Chapter 7: Discovering the Mithras Covenant

In the attic of their new home, Mark stumbles upon a forgotten book—its cracked leather cover hiding the town’s darkest secret. Inside, he discovers the chilling truth about Mithras: an ancient covenant bound by blood, loyalty, and generations of sacrifice.

As Mark and Rachel piece together the horrifying meaning behind Willow Creek’s obsession with oaths, one thing becomes clear—this isn’t just tradition… it’s a legacy they may already be part of.

Some promises aren’t just spoken. They’re sealed in blood.

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Chapter 6: Rachel’s Vision

The townspeople say Willow Creek is built on loyalty—but Rachel’s nightmare reveals something far more sinister. As shadows close in and haunting visions take hold, she sees Lily at the center of it all… surrounded by townsfolk, a ritual, and a whispered promise that can’t be undone.

Is it only a dream? Or a warning of what’s to come?

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A simple backyard fence repair becomes something far more revealing when Mark’s new neighbor, Tom, offers more than just a helping hand. As they talk, the town’s obsession with loyalty begins to sound less like community spirit—and more like an unspoken contract.

In Willow Creek, friendship isn’t casual. It’s binding.

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Chapter 4: The Oath-keeping Town

Rachel takes a morning walk to clear her head—but what she finds is anything but comforting. A conversation with a seemingly kind townswoman unveils something far more sinister than small-town charm: a deep, almost sacred reverence for loyalty… and oaths that can never be broken.

What begins as neighborly warmth quickly reveals itself as a warning—one cloaked in tradition, bound by silence, and sealed with consequences.

In Willow Creek, promises aren’t just made. They’re enforced.

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Lily quickly wins over the neighborhood kids—but their fascination with her feels too intense, too strange. As they whisper about secrets and promises, Rachel’s unease grows. Everyone in town seems to be watching her daughter… and it’s not just curiosity. Something deeper is at play—and Lily is at the center of it.

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At Willow Creek’s town picnic, the smiles are warm—but Rachel can’t ignore the lingering stares on Lily. This isn’t just a welcome; it feels like a test.

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The Suttons arrive in Willow Creek, eager for a fresh start—but Rachel can’t shake the feeling that the town’s warm welcome hides something far more sinister.

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