The Old Red House

Empty and dark road was increasing the fear inside me. I could see not a single soul. My travelling adventure has paid me a high price.The place where I somehow ended up ,was not only mysterious, it was like I have stepped into a town of death. I could not see a single soul.I actually started shuddering. The profound stillness reminded me that i was all alone, but a creepy feeling of being watched also remained side by side. I kept walking but couldn’t decide where to go, though I love travelling to new places, but this small town was creeping me out, my cell phone was not working as well . It seemed like I’ve been caught in a trap.

I moved forward, there was prevailing darkness, something made me fall. When I took out my torch and searched the place, I realized its a stone of a grave.With dim moon light this place appeared like a scene from a horror movie.The realization of standing in a graveyard hit me. I could sense the sound of snake, as if it is very close to me.

The whole thing was making me shiver. I started to walk fast. With each passing moment my anxiety and fear deepened. Suddenly I heard a woman’s voice, I was so afraid, I ran and didn’t look back. I just wanted to get away from this place. But the voice followed me. I started to run so fast that I fell into a hole. I opened my flash light and yikes I was a hollow grave. I started screaming.

I had no choice. Hence, I took that rope and got out. As I saw this woman, wearing a shimmery red dress, I couldn’t take my eyes off her. She was BEAUTIFUL. In this strange place her presence made me curious. I watched her as she came closer to me. Her eyes looked deep.She had long golden curly locks. She was carrying a mysterious yet strong aura. Her presence calmed me. As if I was under her spell. I just looked and kept looking. Her gaze was also fixed on me.

I felt froze for a moment, words seemed to be stuck in my mouth.

After watching me carefully, she said;

I couldn’t think of going anywhere in this creepy little town. Her offer seemed like the last resort.

We walked and talked, till we reached the bridge. On the bridge I could see a huge dark red house. I didn’t see any other person in our way. As we entered there, I realized the place was deserted. The lights were dim, and it was spooky inside. The coldness seemed almost ominous. As I moved forward in the hall, I realize that woman has disappeared. She was just standing right next to me when we reached here, Now all of a sudden, she is no more.

I wandered around the hall, watching old pictures. These pictures on the shelf were white and black. They seemed very old. In a couple of the pictures, there was a woman may be with her husband. I swear the lady looked so much like Kathy, only she was dressed like 1960’s. It could be Kathy’s grandma or really close relative. I was watching the pictures when suddenly Kathy came.

Thus we arrived at a huge dining table. The table was lit with red candles. The table was filled with food of all kind. I wondered who could make this all so quickly. Realizing my curiosity, Kathy spoke;

As much as I enjoyed being with her, the house was mysterious and pretty old.

I was really tired, I simply nodded.

Then Kathy showed me a room, which huge but kinda cold. As I laid on the comfy bed, I was asleep with in seconds.

Next day I got up and started observing the details of room. There was a large window right beside the bed. The furniture was almost vintage. But in a good condition. I got out of my bed and searched for my stuff. My phone, where is my phone?? I searched everywhere. I couldn’t find it anywhere.I needed to get out of this place!!!

Kathy was sitting and having tea as I went downstairs. She understood the panic look on my face.

“You will have it, but first have some breakfast with me”. Kathy ordered.

Kathy seem to be enjoying all the teasing me thing, I could bet on it.

Kathy came close to me, she caressed the side of my face;

I now realized the whole situation, Kathy might be very beautiful and kind but this attitude was unacceptable. I was looking at the door and thinking to escape.

I kinda felt bad for her, but I can’t stay here forever. The sooner I go, the better. I thought to myself. I kissed on Kathy’s forehead.

Hence, I picked up all my stuff and examined the details of the house for the last time. It was indeed an old and weird place.

Kathy said good bye to me as I took off.

I looked back multiple times, and saw Kathy still standing and waving good bye to me. I felt bad for her.

I walked and soon she and her house were out of sight. I walked and saw a car coming. I waved to get a ride. The car stopped, there was an old couple sitting.

As I sat in the car, I just remembered I forgot picking up my cell phone and password. I searched in my bag thoroughly.

As we reached the bridge, I got out and ran so fast as I crossed the bridge myself, which the car couldn’t cross. I was in absolute shock. I could see nothing!!! There was no house. But how?? Where did Kathy go???

Millions of thoughts start to race inside my mind. The memories were so vivid. Could it be my imagination? No! I was not drunk But why was she in the graveyard in the first place. A house cannot be vanished. It was there just a few minutes ago.

Suddenly a sharp sound grasped my attention. It was sound of a car horn. A part of me was terrified but the other part was curious but I simply returned in the car. Everything seemed weird .

Words seemed to be stuck in my mouth.

The whole situation was making me feel sick.I couldn’t take the image of Kathy out of my mind.

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