Rory's mind was racing with questions as she left the hidden room. What was Project Elysium? And why was Cassius counting down to something?
She tried to shake off the feeling of unease, but it only seemed to intensify as the hours passed. She was trapped in this mansion, with no way to escape.
As the night wore on, Rory found herself pacing back and forth in her room, her eyes fixed on the clock. Three days, 12 hours, 45 minutes.
What was going to happen when the countdown reached zero?
Suddenly, she heard a noise outside her door. It was Cassius, standing in the doorway with a look of intensity on his face.
"Rory, I need to talk to you," he said, his voice low and urgent.
Rory's heart skipped a beat as she nodded, her mind racing with possibilities.
"What is it?" she asked, trying
