No Sign of Termites
Martha wasted no time calling an exterminator, desperate to confirm her sister’s theory. The specialists arrived promptly and thoroughly inspected every corner of her home. To her surprise and frustration, they found no termites—not even a trace. Her walls and ceilings were clean. The relief she expected never came. Instead, confusion and dread settled deeper in her chest.
Feeling emotionally drained, Martha returned to the kitchen to finish her dishes. As her thoughts drifted to the idea of leaving this bizarre house behind, she absentmindedly scrubbed a plate. Then, without warning, something brushed against her hand underwater. She froze. The same chilling sensation from before surged through her. Something was there.
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