A castle stood firmly before them, though its walls were peeling with faded paint, and wild bushes adorned its outer yard. A mysterious aura enveloped the building, making the surroundings feel cold and eerily silent. Jeanice gazed at the castle with an inscrutable expression, while Evans looked on with curiosity.

"I’m going in."

"No, I’m not coming with you! What’s there to see inside except a creepy castle and some bushes? Go ahead if you want, but I don’t want this place’s curse to fall on me," Jeanice muttered, choosing to stay outside.

"Okay, wait here. I just want to check something," Evans said.

Evans stepped into the castle. The...