As the sun began to set, casting long shadows that danced along the cracked pavement, Jake found himself drawn to the old Whitmore building. Its windows were shattered, and ivy crept up the bricks like fingers of nature reclaiming what was once vibrant and alive. He had heard rumors about the place—whispers of ghost stories and mysteries—but curiosity overshadowed caution.
As he approached the entrance, he noticed a figure standing in front