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.”

I tell him, holding up a

thought I heard a banging sound like old copper pipes being banged on. When

them. Peering into the tunnel, Osiris hands

my pocket, I call Thomas’ number, knowing Eli had left to search the old tunnels under the amenities block of the park

times when Osiris grips one bar. “Grab the other. We might be able to open it enough to squeeze through,” Osiris tells me. I place the phone on the

he grumbles, sounding

torches, along with a crowbar, to break these bars off,” Osiris tells

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

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