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With the festival in full swing, the atmosphere buzzes with excitement and a sense of unity. However, as night falls, an unsettling feeling creeps in. While the friends revel in the celebrations, a series of strange occurrences hint that the carnival’s past may not be fully buried.

As they tend to the Memory Wall, the group notices a few attendees who seem oddly familiar—people dressed in retro carnival attire, whispering among themselves. Their laughter echoes eerily, stirring memories of the dark experiences they had with the spirits. The friends exchange worried glances, wondering if these figures are remnants of the carnival’s past.

Some mysterious signs were to be seen throughout the evening, such as the whispers of “Chuckles” circulate among festival-goers, and some claim to have seen his figure flitting in and out of the shadows. Lila feels a deep connection to the spirits, sensing that not all is well. The friends gather to discuss the unsettling vibe, realizing they need to confront whatever lingering darkness remains.

As the night progresses, the retro-clad figures take to the makeshift stage, performing a hauntingly beautiful act. The performance feels familiar yet unsettling, evoking memories of their time in the carnival. The friends can’t shake the feeling that this performance holds clues about the souls they thought were freed.They are desperate as well as scared.

Jake, fueled by his protective instincts, decides they need to investigate these figures. The friends follow them, leading to an old, abandoned tent at the edge of the carnival grounds. Inside, they discover a hidden room filled with relics from the carnival’s darker days—old costumes, props, and remnants of the inventor’s experiments.

In the center of the room stands a shadowy figure, the Collector ,an entity bound to the remnants of the carnival. He explains that while the friends freed many spirits, some remain trapped in a limbo between joy and despair. The Collector offers a deal: if the friends can complete a series of challenges based on the carnival's history, they can fully liberate these lost souls.

 The friends agree, recognizing the importance of facing their fears. Each challenge forces them to confront their individual struggles: Jake must face a vision of his brother; Mia revisits her insecurities through a performance challenge; Sam tackles the pressure of leadership; and Lila embraces her sensitivity by connecting with the trapped spirits.

 As they complete each challenge, the atmosphere shifts, bringing forth the energy of the carnival’s joyful past. With the final challenge, they decide to perform together, embodying the laughter and joy that once filled the carnival. This performance serves as a tribute to all the spirits, allowing them to find peace.

As they finish, a wave of light envelops the tent, and the Collector vanishes, leaving behind a sense of completion. The friends feel the weight of the lingering darkness lift, realizing they’ve not only freed more souls but also solidified their own bonds of friendship.

To Be Continued👀

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