Chapter 103: Embers of Revelation
The night unfolded its velvety embrace around Jamie and Carrie as they traversed the serpentine roads, guided by the elusive allure of the enigmatic mansion. The hum of the car's engine was the only companion to the symphony of rustling leaves and distant nocturnal creatures. An unspoken anticipation filled the air, as if the mansion held the key to unraveling the mysteries of time.
The mansion, a looming silhouette against the ink-black sky, welcomed them with an otherworldly hush as they stepped over the threshold. The wooden floor beneath creaked, as if awakening from a long slumber, as the duo entered a vast library bathed in the muted glow of a single chandelier. Dust motes danced in the air, catching the ethereal light, and the scent of aged parchment mingled with a subtle hint of ancient secrets.