Chapter 6

Amy's heart filled with empathy as she read Mr. Brown's heartfelt confession. It seemed that his appearance and health had deteriorated, causing the children to shy away from him and his magic. Amy couldn't help but feel a sense of sadness for both Mr. Brown and Emily, trapped in this mysterious house.

However, she couldn't let sympathy cloud her judgment. Emily's plea for help was urgent, and she had to focus on finding a way to set her free. Amy searched through the diary, hoping to find any clue or information that could aid her mission.

As she turned the pages, she stumbled upon a passage that mentioned the hidden passage behind the bookshelf in the study. It described how Mr. Brown used it as a secret entrance to the basement, where Emily was being held captive. Amy knew she had found the key to unraveling the secrets of this house and saving Emily.

Standing in front of the bookshelf, Amy examined it closely, searching for any signs of a hidden passage. She recalled the description from the diary and began pressing on various books, testing each one to see if it would trigger the mechanism.

After a few moments of trial and error, a book titled "The Illusionist's Secrets" caused the bookshelf to shift slightly. Amy felt a surge of excitement as the hidden passage revealed itself.

Amy's heart quickened with anticipation as the bookshelf yielded to her touch. With a soft creak, it shifted to the side, unveiling a concealed passage behind it. She couldn't help but let out a small gasp of surprise and satisfaction.

Gently pushing aside the books on the shelf, Amy stepped into the narrow corridor beyond. The air grew cooler, and a dim light guided her way. She cautiously made her way forward, aware that danger could still be lurking in the shadows.

The passage twisted and turned, leading Amy deeper into the unknown. It felt like she was entering a secret world, unraveling the mysteries that lay hidden within Mr. Brown's house.

As she navigated the narrow and winding passageway, Amy's heart pounded in her chest. She couldn't shake the feeling of being watched, but her determination to save Emily kept her focused. Finally, she reached a heavy wooden door at the end of the passage.

With trembling hands, Amy pushed the door open and was met with a chilling sight. The room was dimly lit, filled with strange contraptions and eerie-looking equipment. Cages lined the walls, some empty, but others containing animals that seemed to be in distress.

But what caught Amy's attention the most was a cage in the center of the room. Inside, huddled in fear, was Emily. Her eyes were red and swollen from crying, and her clothes were torn and tattered.