Chapter 79

Osiris and I descended into the basement together, and Thomas and Eli went to check the old park amenities out the back of the council to check the tunnels there Walking down the winding corridors until we reached two massive gates blocking access to the tunnels beneath the council We could see the old and weathered stone walls, showing signs of wear and tear from years of use.

As we got closer to the gates, we could feel a chill in the air, the wind whistling loudly in the tunnels. Moving toward the back of the basement, we come across the old tunnel system, and it is, as expected, completely sealed off with bars. Osiris shines the torch into the dark tunnel, illuminating the ancient cobblestone walls and the thick layer of mold and mildew that has settled over everything.

Peering over his shoulder, I can just make out the old rusted pipes along the ceiling and the occasional rat scurrying around in the shadows. “Nothing.” Osiris says when I hear the faintest noise.

“We can check.”

tell him, holding

instantly fell silent, but I thought I heard a banging sound like old copper pipes being banged on. When I don’t

bars. I glance around the room, looking for something to break them. Peering into the tunnel, Osiris hands me a torch, and I shine it down the tunnel “Elena!” I shout Silence for a few seconds when I hear Soyer’s

I look at Osiris, and his eyes widen. “Finding something to break these bars,” Osiris rushes off but returns seconds later with nothing. Digging my phone from my pocket, I call Thomas’ number, knowing Eli had left to search the old tunnels under the amenities block

to open it enough to squeeze through,” Osiris tells me. I place the phone on the loudspeaker, grabbing one bar while Osiris grips the other. We

grumbles, sounding half asleep.

where are you? Bring some men and torches, along with a crowbar, to break these bars off,” Osiris tells him. I place my foot on the brickwork, using it as leverage to pry

at home. You want me to do what? What time is it?” My blood runs cold, and it is like a bucket of ice was tossed over me. Osiris’ head snaps up, and his eyes meet mine. I can see

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