This story will follow Lara and James's journey.
I rounded the stairs and walked down the hallway until I reached the living room doors. But just as I stood in front of them, I felt something strange—or rather, scented something. Why could I smell… vanilla?
I looked around the empty hallway, but there was no obvious explanation for the faint, sweet scent that was now filling my senses. My mouth watered, and my heart started beating a little faster. Was that excitement? I wasn’t sure, but I found it suddenly hard to stay still.
Without thinking, I quickly reached for the handle and opened the door. The moment I stepped inside, I was hit by a wave of a scent so overwhelming it nearly knocked me back. Vanilla, strong and intoxicating, filled the room.
Where was it coming from? My eyes t
