Demolition

Father Sebastian conducted an exorcism on an elderly man reportedly possessed by the ghost of his own son. The aged individual was securely bound to the bed, emitting harrowing screams in a disconcerting chorus of voices, creating a truly chilling and nightmarish atmosphere.

Father Jacob closely followed Father Sebastian, providing assistance during the exorcism. The elderly man's daughter, overwhelmed with fear, stood nearby, unable to bear witness to her possessed father's tumultuous struggle. The unsettling scene unfolded as the two priests worked to confront the ghost possessing that poor man.

The man's name was Derick. Derick's contorted body writhed like a serpent, responding to the exorcism efforts led by Father Sebastian. The priest explained that it was the ghost attempting to break free from its grip on Derick. Overwhelmed with fear, Veronica, Derick's daughter, tightly shut her eyes and covered her ears, unable to summon the courage to witness her father's agonizing struggle against the possessing ghost.

Father Sebastian's resonant chants echoed through the room as he fervently turned the pages of the holy book, with Father Jacob following the chanting. In a matter of minutes, the ghost emerged from Derick's mouth, manifesting as an ethereal white smoke. The sight of Derick's body during this moment was truly unsettling, marking the climax of the intense exorcism.

As the white smoke fully dissipated, Derick collapsed onto the bed, his condition teetering on the brink of death. Recognizing the critical state, Father Sebastian, undeterred, commanded the departing ghost to leave the premises or face capture by his spiritual authority. The room held an eerie stillness, awaiting the resolution of this intense spiritual battle.

Amidst the haunting laughter of the departing ghost, Veronica, drawn to the sound, locked eyes with the ethereal smoke. In an unexpected turn, the smoke swiftly moved towards her, entering her body through the mouth. The room filled with her terrified screams, as the once-subdued atmosphere intensified with a new wave of spiritual turmoil.

Veronica's body began to swell, causing her clothes to tear away, revealing a fearsome transformation. Witnessing the horrifying spectacle, Father Jacob averted his gaze, closing his eyes and turning away. Meanwhile, Father Sebastian, visibly exhausted, stood frozen like a statue, grappling with the aftermath of the intense spiritual possession.

Her body gradually returned to its normal shape as she rose from the ground, standing motionless for a moment. With a bemused expression, she glanced downward. She was completely naked. A burst of laughter escaped her lips, echoing the peculiar experience she had just undergone.

Veronica met Fr. Sebastian's gaze and said,

"Come on, Father. Don't stare at me like that; I'm going to blush. You're a priest, so act like one. Don't look at me like a pervert."

Fr. Sebastian revealed a genuine fear; having lost complete control after witnessing a live possession. Until now, his experiences had been limited to exorcisms on minor entities he had set up for himself. The gravity of the situation unsettled him deeply.

Fr. Jacob spun around to find Veronica standing there unclothed. Reacting swiftly, he grabbed a blanket from the bed where Derick lay and attempted to cover her. However, before he could complete the gesture, Veronica struck him like a baseball. Fr. Jacob tumbled down the side of the window, caught off guard by the unexpected force. He became unconscious.

Veronica approached Fr. Sebastian, who remained unfazed. As she embraced him, she whispered something in his ear, her words carrying a mysterious weight that hits him like a hammer. She said,

"Listen, you so-called priest. I'm extending an offer, and you'll accept it because, frankly, you have no other choice."

Veronica declared with a tone that hinted at an ominous inevitability. Fr. Sebastian, gripped by fear, attempted to inquire about the offer, but when he opened his mouth, words failed him. The weight of trepidation silenced his voice in the face of Veronica's foreboding declaration.

She smirked in understanding his fear. Veronica's stern gaze intensified as she said,

"You'll depart from this place at once. Submit a report to the higher officials, declaring the exorcism a success. The ghost was defeated. And you'll leave me be. Or else, I can conjure up countless ways to bring your game to an abrupt end. What's your decision?"

Fr. Sebastian felt a little relief. He cleared his throat and said,

"Yes, I understand. I'm grateful for your offer. Please, spare me. I have two wives and five children."

Veronica looked at him confused and asked,

"So what? Is that your offer? Are you suggesting I can possess them?"

Fr. Sebastian become scared and said,

"No, not like that, it was just a phrase."

Veronica's laughter echoed, drowning out Fr. Sebastian's attempts to defend himself. His efforts only seemed to worsen the situation, leaving him uncertain about the next course of action.

Veronica, still unclothed, headed to the next room in search of clothes. Instructing Fr. Sebastian to wake Fr. Jacob, she directed him to convey that the ghost inside her had been defeated, assuring that she was now safe.

Following Veronica's instructions, Fr. Sebastian woke Fr. Jacob and conveyed the news. As they were leaving, Fr. Sebastian glanced back at Veronica, only to be met with a sinister smile that sent a shiver down his spine.

A man, wearing black clothes resembling the one who trailed John, approached Fr. Sebastian just as he was about to get into the car. The mysterious figure came closer and said,

""He's on the move. He returned to Sterling town again. This time, he might uncover the truth. What should we do?"

the mysterious man in black informed Fr. Sebastian, his words laden with a sense of urgency and concern.Fr. Sebastian thought about it for a second. He looked at the newcomer and said,

"I'll handle it myself. You can leave now. Keep a vigilant eye on him. Ensure no one from the underworld approaches him, and stay concealed,"

Fr. Sebastian instructed the mysterious man, conveying a sense of determination and a need for discretion. But the man said,

"There is one more problem. He's not only found the house, he also found her."

Fr. Sebastian's face changed. He thought about it seriously and took out the phone. He called someone,

"Hello, it's me. I have an escaped prisoner causing havoc in Sterling town. She's a 30-year-old woman with long hair, likely in torn clothes. She was last seen in the haunted house at the center of the town. She is the reason for the ongoing trouble. I'm dispatching a team to destroy the house and need police support. Please get there immediately. And if you find her, do not let her open her mouth. Cover it with something and capture her. And if you see that boy John there, take him into custody. I will be there shortly."

After that he ended the call and he carefully placed the phone inside the car. Turning to the man, he instructed him to return to John and keep a vigilant eye on him. The man nodded in understanding and briskly walked away, ready to fulfill his assigned duty.

At the same time John was attentively listening to the captivating story Priya was sharing, his eyes became filled with tears as he absorbed the emotional narrative. Just as Priya struggled to continue, an unexpected event unfolded. First they thought it was an earthquake but John realized it's not an earthquake, John discerned, but a disruptive force that disrupted the moment.

They all tumbled to the ground, and once John regained his footing, he quickly checked on priya to ensure she was okay. However, his concern deepened when he realized Natasha was nowhere to be found. Swiftly, he began scanning the surroundings, desperately searching for any sign of her presence.

At that moment, a team of individuals arrived outside, equipped with wrecking ball machines and demolition vehicles, creating a chaotic scene. The police, responding to the unfolding situation, also made their presence known. Unbeknownst to John, Father Sebastian had sinister intentions, orchestrating a plan to eliminate him by destroying the house in a calculated manner. The unfolding chaos added a layer of urgency to John's search for Natasha amidst the impending threat.

The demolition workers managed to convince the police that the house was vacant, setting the stage for the first attempt to demolish it with the wrecking ball machine. However, as the massive ball swung towards the structure, an unforeseen twist of events transpired, ben came in front of them and told them,

"Stop… please stop… There is someone inside. Please stop it."

In the midst of the chaos, the workers attempted to push Ben back, causing him to stumble. Just in time, Dan intervened, stepping forward and sternly instructing them to halt. Assisting Ben to his feet, Dan inquired,

"What happened, sir? What are you saying? They assured us there's no one inside; they've thoroughly checked."

The confusion deepened as the conflicting narratives unfolded. Ben stabilized his breathing and said,

"Sir. John, the boy from the church is inside. He was here. I'm sure he's still inside. Look at that, it's his bike. Which means he's still here."

Ben gestured toward John's vehicle, directing Dan's attention to the crucial detail. Understanding Ben's unspoken message, Dan felt a sense of relief knowing that John was already involved in the situation. However, he concealed his reassurance, wary of drawing any attention that might jeopardize their strategy. The tension in the air persisted as the intricate web of intentions and actions continued to unfold…