Episode 208.1

Episode 208.1

(EP-208.1) Summer #6

208 Cold Summer #6

Recalling the first time I was invited to the Draco Family mansion, it felt like a haunted house. It really hammered in the dark and eerie theme, especially with the thick, black curtains and numerous closed doors

It wouldnt be surprising if the great vampire Dracula or the long-haired vengeful spirit Sadako was lurking here.

In fact, the high-ranking Lich, Lord Aleister was roaming the mansion back then. And strange demons also appeared at night.

Looking back now, it was a creepy place. Plus, back then, I didnt know much about Mirna, so it was unfamiliar and frightening.

She once told me, You can go anywhere else, but not this place. And now, we were heading towards that very room.

Ggeuaaaak-!

I heard a scream, which made me momentarily look back.

Though, it sounded more like a roar or wail than a scream. It was akin to the sound of a woman shrieking in intense hatred.

Was it like an abomination?

It couldnt be human

I didnt even want to know what it was.

The mansion is waking up. If were late, we might get caught in the aftermath. We need to enter that room quickly.

Mirna urged me with heavy steps. I didnt understand what she meant by the mansion waking up, but I didnt think I would have time to ask.

We soon arrived at the room tucked away in the corner of the third floor.

The door was secured with chains and locks, which would require quite some time to unlock.

Chlingling. Clank, clink.

Isnt it this?

Mirna took out a bunch of keys from her waist and started unlocking the locks one by one. But since the keys all looked the same, she struggled to pick the right one.

The numbers on the key rings are all mixed up! That Lioness has done tricks even on my keys!

I didnt think that was the case.

Tallang, tallang-.

Then I could hear a clear ringing of a bell. Far below? No, above? No, this was already the 3rd floor, which would be the very top. There was no upper floor!

Its safe. The talismans inscribed here were personally written by the past heads of the family, imbued with their essences. They contain the power of a Rank 8 barrier.

I see.

Rank 8 surpassed even Aira. Only Solomon would be able to break through such a level!

But if youre still uneasy, shall we perform the Rite of 100 Stories?

Whats that?

Its a form of exorcism ritual. We take turns telling scary stories while blowing out the candles one by one. When the last candle goes out, the rite is completed and a strong barrier is formed.

Telling scary stories in a room full of bright red talismans It was just too much

I dont think we should do that

Then Ill start with the first story. Once upon a time, in a village, there lived a boy who could see ghosts and spirits.

No, we really didnt have to.

Mirna took a candle and started the story on her own.

Maybe it was because it was a small and sealed room, but her voice echoed from all directions like a surround speaker, as if someone was whispering directly into my ear.

But then, ghosts appeared in the village, and everyone died. Now, Sir Theo, its your turn.

What kind of story is this? Did I hear correctly? I asked Mirna with a very strange feeling.

Are we really doing this weird exorcism ritual?

The Rite of 100 Stories.

Yes, that one.

We have to do this all night long. Its boring just sitting still.

According to Narmi, Mirna doesnt like scary things.

Then I suddenly remembered that there were people who disliked and enjoyed scary things at the same time. People who would cover their eyes but still watch horror movies.

Now that I could see it, Mirnas shoulders were trembling a little, and her breathing was a bit rough. Mirna was anxious. It would be good if there was something to divert her attention.

So I told Mirna a story I knew.

This reminded me of the time when kids at the orphanage begged me for scary stories at bedtime.

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