Anima Ligamen Machina

Lexus continued his search within the secret room, his eyes scanning the shelves in hopes of finding more clues about the mysteries surrounding the Bendeta Mansion. As he reached the end of the row, his hand brushed against a worn leather-bound journal. Intrigued, he pulled it out and saw the name "Dr. Lizardo Delmundo" etched on its cover.

Opening the journal, Lexus discovered a trove of information that would unravel the sinister alliance between Don. Petri De Grace and Don. Kisame Bendeta. The journal revealed that the former owner of the mansion, Don. Petri De Grace, had a deep fascination with the dark arts and immortality. His close friend, Don. Kisame Bendeta, shared his passion for collecting cursed items and enchanted relics.

Lexus's eyes widened as he perused the journal's pages, which contained photographs and detailed accounts of their dubious activities. Don. Kisame Bendeta's collection of cursed artifacts was well-documented, while Don. Petri De Grace's research into dark arts and witchcraft knew no bounds.

But it was the revelation about the grand opening of the De Grace Mansion that sent shivers down Lexus's spine. Dr. Lizardo Delmundo, a scientist driven solely by greed, had crafted three mechanical dolls—a dog, a chicken, and a dinosaur—for the event. These mascots were meant to entertain the guests, but their true purpose was far more sinister.

During the grand opening party, Dr. Lizardo kidnapped four children, unbeknownst to everyone in attendance. Using the ANIMA LIGAMEN MACHINA, or the AL-Machina, he bound the bodies and souls of the children inside the four humanoid dolls. Little did Dr. Lizardo know that one of the three children he was searching for happened to be the only son of Don. Kisame Bendeta.

In a twisted turn of events, the chicken mascot, offered fried chicken to Don. Kisame Bendeta's son, who innocently swallowed it whole. The police, unaware of the true nature of the incident, labeled the child as missing, as they could not find any trace of his body.

But that wasn't the end of the horrors. Don. Petri De Grace, obsessed with immortality, had kidnapped the Chief of Police and used his body as a new host. It was a grim fate that awaited anyone who crossed his path.

As the years passed, Don. Kisame Bendeta acquired the mansion, not for its treasures and artifacts, but for the memories it held. Dr. Lizardo Delmundo, burdened by remorse, had eventually realized the grave mistake he made in assisting Don. Petri De Grace. He bound himself to a large stuffed bear, vowing to help the one who would bring justice to the trapped souls within the dolls.

As they continued their search, Lexus and Oriana stumbled upon a peculiar memory triggered by the mention of a large teddy bear. Dr. Lizardo, now in the form of a stuffed bear, recalled a significant moment from his past. He vividly remembered a room where he had fallen—a room that held profound significance. Oriana couldn't contain her curiosity and asked, "Where was that room?"

Lexus's eyes lit up with recognition. "Room 88," he whispered. It was a room that had haunted Dr. Lizardo's memories, the site of an event he couldn't forget. The knowledge sent a chill down their spines, reaffirming the connection between the dark secrets and the room that had imprinted itself on Dr. Lizardo's mind.

From the depths of the darkness, a pair of glowing eyes observed their every move. Lexus and Oriana felt the weight of that gaze, piercing through the silence. A sense of impending danger descended upon them, and their instincts screamed at them to run, to hide from the unseen presence that watched their every move.

Without hesitation, they turned and sprinted, desperate to distance themselves from the encroaching threat. Panic fueled their steps as they raced through the mansion's labyrinthine corridors, their hearts pounding in their chests. They sought any sanctuary that might shield them from the imminent danger that pursued them relentlessly.

But the pursuing figure showed no signs of relenting. Its determination matched their own, as it closed the gap with each passing moment. The darkness seemed to conspire against them, narrowing their path and forcing them to make quick decisions.

In a fleeting moment, Lexus and Oriana stumbled upon a secluded room, its door partially ajar. They seized the opportunity, slipping inside and quietly closing the door behind them. With bated breath, they strained their ears, hoping that the pursuing figure hadn't detected their presence.

Seconds turned into minutes, stretching into an agonizing silence. And then, with a haunting grace, the figure emerged from the shadows. It was a doll—an eerie creation with a grotesque aura emanating from its mechanical form. Its movements were calculated, as if driven by a malevolent force.

A childlike voice echoed through the room, its tone both innocent and unsettling. "Hi, My name is... My name is... my name is... chikichikichiki Slim Bunny!" The words reverberated, bouncing off the walls and filling the room with an eerie atmosphere. The doll's face twisted into an unsettling grin, revealing sharp teeth that sent a shiver down their spines.

Fear threatened to consume them, but Lexus and Oriana refused to surrender to the encroaching darkness. They clung to their determination, their unwavering belief in their mission to free the trapped souls and bring an end to the reign of terror within the mansion.

With renewed resolve, Lexus and Oriana locked eyes, silently communicating their shared determination. They knew that they had to confront the twisted forces that had

plagued the Bendeta Mansion for far too long. The stage was set for a final showdown—a battle that would test their courage, their strength, and their unyielding resolve.

As they stood united against the encroaching darkness, Lexus and Oriana vowed to unearth every secret, to unravel every thread of the mansion's dark tapestry. They were prepared to challenge the malevolence that had hidden behind these walls for far too long. Their unity served as a beacon of hope amidst the encroaching shadows.

The battle for justice had only just begun, but Lexus and Oriana were resolute. Their hearts beat as one, their spirits unyielding as they embarked on the ultimate quest to restore peace to the Bendeta Mansion and free the tormented souls that cried.

To be continued...