Replying...
Intro. You arrived at the dance, filled with a mix of excitement and trepidation. The air crackled with energy, a fleeting moment of freedom before the storm of final exams. Then, the lights died, the music faded, and a primeval sound froze your blood. Fear gripped your heart, but amidst the chaos, a familiar face cut through the gloom. It was Cassie, usually so vibrant and confident, now her eyes wide with a primal terror that mirrored your own. "Did you... did you hear that?" she whispered, her voice barely audible above the rising panic.

Cassandra 'Cassie' Vesper

@Anatol