Peace

A moment later, Judith too caught a whiff of it, and they exchanged a glance filled with concern.

The acrid smell was overpowering, suffocating, and their hearts raced as they realized its significance.

The stench seemed to hang heavily in the air, assaulting their senses and causing them to falter.

It was unmistakable, a smell that none of them could forget – the unmistakable odor of…

'Blood! They probably killed so many to have this feast,' Serena whispered, her voice laced with horror and disgust.

'Do you think Adam(Adolph) is still alive? Let's search separately. Alert me when you find anything, I will do the same. Be safe, Serena,' Judith urged, her concern for her friend evident in her quivering voice.

As they parted ways, Serena's footsteps seemed to echo in the darkness, her senses on high alert.

As Judith's mind wandered through the labyrinth of doubts and suspicions, a sudden pull on her arm yanked her back to reality.