
The Haunting of Thornwood Manor
By Iltima Ifteza

30 Apr, 2024

Lily, the sole survivor of the tragic accident, found herself in the deserted Thornwood Manor, a world away from the warmth of her home.

Mr. and Mrs. Blackwood, parents of her late childhood friend, took her in, their shared grief creating an unspoken bond.

As years passed, Lily found solace in the manor's study, the scent of old books replacing the perfume of her mother.

One day, Aaron, the Blackwoods' distant nephew arrived. His arrival stirred something within Lily, a feeling she hadn't experienced in years.

Aaron and Lily grew close, their shared loneliness binding them together. On a moonlit night, he proposed, his words echoing in the silent mansion.

With the Blackwoods' blessing, they married, hoping to fill the mansion with laughter and joy, to banish the gloom that had settled for years.

One day, Lily stumbled upon a trunk in the attic. Inside were newspaper clippings about her family's accident, but something didn't seem right.

The articles hinted at foul play, suggesting that it wasn't an accident. Lily's heart pounded as she pieced together the dreadful truth.

Lily confronted Aaron, her eyes filled with accusation. He confessed, his guilt evident. His father had orchestrated the accident to acquire her family's wealth.

The Blackwoods were aghast. Betrayal and guilt filled the air. Aaron was banished, leaving Lily alone once more in the haunted mansion.

Lily decided to stay, determined to reclaim her life. She transformed the mansion, erasing its haunted past, creating a home filled with love and trust.

Her spirit stronger, Lily lived on, a beacon of resilience. Amidst the storm, Thornwood Manor stood tall, its haunting past now a distant memory.