6 PM - DEAN'S HOME

The car came to a stop in front of Dean's house. He opened the door for Bethany with a polite gesture.

“Thank you!” she exclaimed, stepping out of the car.

She looked up at the mansion before her. It was all white, different from the one she had seen before. It looked grand, but there was an air of unfamiliarity.

"You're late!" a voice yelled, cutting through the evening air.

Bethany squinted and turned to see who had spoken. As the light flickered on, she saw Avery standing in front of the house, dressed in pajamas.

“What are you doing here?” Bethany asked, exchanging glance...