Summer Child
"Look, there's a small staircase, just ahead."
They exchanged a look. "Do you want to check it out?" Mitch asked, sensing her hesitation.
Aiden nodded, but held up one finger. "Yeah, but let me text Jessie first… just in case."
"Good call."
After she was sure the text went through, Aiden clicked the flashlight back on and they siddled through the narrow passage, toward the short stair. Mitch went first, ducking slightly due to the low ceiling and avoiding the thick cobwebs hanging low in some places. Aiden clung to his hand, taking in every detail, all the while trying her best not to sneeze.
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