This short story was crafted with the assistance of OpenAI. Although the overall framework of the plot was preconceived, several intriguing twists emerged during interactions with ChatGPT.

This is the second book in a three-part series. The first one is titled: I SHOULD HAVE JUST DONE THAT.

In the picturesque countryside of Cornwall, Nick, Alex, and Jack seek solace in a peaceful getaway, their friendship a beacon of camaraderie amidst life’s uncertainties. Yet, beneath the tranquil facade lies a dark undercurrent of mystery and danger.

As they navigate the winding roads surrounding Treyarnon Bay, their bond is tested by secrets lurking in the shadows. When they chance upon a grand countryside mansion, their curiosity is piqued, leading them down a path fraught with peril.

Jack, the unwitting member of the trio, finds himself swept along in a whirlwind of deception, but his naive trust in his friends is overshadowed by the sinister events unfolding around them. From the chilling discovery of a body bearing ritualistic marks to the ominous presence of a clandestine sect, the trio is thrust into a world of intrigue where nothing is as it seems.

With each twist and turn, they must confront their fears and unravel the tangled web of lies that threaten to consume them. .