I looked at the box with fear.

How did it get there? Did someone get in? I locked the door... or did I forget?!?

I paced around the kitchen while texting Chaim and Vita.

The texts

Me: I got another box...
Me: Attatchment 1 image
Vita: Already?!? I was having a nice bath
Chaim: Really That's what you're worried about?
Vita: What?!?
Chaim: Nevermind
Me: You guys should come quick I'm scared.
Vita: Ok
Chaim: Ok

2 minutes later...

"Where did you find it?" Chaim asked.

"My kitchen counter. I haven't opened it yet." I said.

"Wait, they came in your HOUSE?!?" Vita emphasized, "These people are creeps."

"How come you didn't notice," Chaim scolded, "We could've caught this person and not have to worry anymore."

"I-i was in the shower. I couldn't hear," I murmured , "I couldn't hear the door open and I'm pretty sure I locked the door."

Chaim sighed, "Well I guess we have to open it now."

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"But I thought we were the so called 'Chosen Ones' Mr. Box," Vita rolled her eyes, "Anyway that message was useless."

"Well it's the only way of getting everyone back," I said, "We should be nicer to 'The box' because like they said we could be taken just like them."

Chaim added, "Yeah listen to Eve. This isn't the time to joke around."

"Ok ok," She sighed, "Believe me I'm taking this seriously."

"Ok well I'm scared to sleep in my own house..." I mumbled, "Vita do you think I can stay at yours?"

"Yeah, sure we have an extra bedroom," Vita cheered, "YAY A SLEEPOVER!"

Chaim scoffed, "Well thanks for taking it seriously."

Vita shot him a death glare.

He backed away, putting his hands up innocently.

"Well..." I added, "I'll just go pack my stuff."

"Ok, if anything else happens text us ok." Chaim assured, "Meet back at school tomorrow."

Vita and I both nodded.

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Vita dug through her bag and grabbed the keys. She shoved her key into the door and twisted it open. The door opened with a slight crook and a big golden retriever ran out and tackled Vita. Vita fell down with a thump. I looked away thinking I would be tackled but the dog just stood there patiently.

Vita laughed, "We taught Roxy not to tackle strangers when they walked through the door."

"Oh," I say embarrassed, "I've always wanted a pet." I put my hand out for Roxy to smell. She sniffed it slowly and nudged my hand to pet her. I stroked her soft fur and she walked closer, rubbing herself against my legs.

"Here I'll take your bags to your room," She said, "Feel free to explore"

"Ok."

Vita's house was surprisingly very clean. The house was practically made of white marble. It was huge compared to hers and looked as though it had never been touched. The entryway is decorated with a big chandelier and to the left is a living room and across from it is a dining room. The kitchen was down the hallway and past that was the second living room and a set of stairs.

"Wow this is a big house," I say in awe, "This is like my dream home."

Vita laughed at the stairs. I jumped not knowing she was listening to me.

"Yeah it may look big but it can get lonely sometimes."

"Oh," I look down, "Sorry about that.."

"It's ok!" She giggled, "I got Roxy with me. And now you!"

I laughed at her sudden excitement.

"Do you wanna watch a scary movie," Vita threw herself on the couch and looked at me with pleading eyes, "It'll be fun!"

"I- uh...sure!" I say not wanting to disappoint her. It was my first time watching a scary movie without Keres.

I smiled at the thought of her. She always loved scary movies. Her favorites were Night of the Demons, IT, and Childs play.

"Can we watch Night of the Demons? It was my friend's favorite."

"Sure!"

I sat down as Vita picked up the remote and turned the Television on. She clicked on the movie. I brought some blankets from a nearby basket. We cozied up in the couch while the intro started playing. Roxy sat in between me and Vita.

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About an hour into the movie we fell asleep. A jump-scare came on a few minutes later and woke us up.

"Ahhhhhhh!" We both yelled. We looked at each other and laughed.

"You- were- s-so sc-ared!" I say in between breaths. We woke Roxy up and started laughing more. After what seemed like an eternity the movie stopped and we decided to go to sleep. I walked upstairs and went up the winding staircase. I tripped on the last step but caught my self in time. I looked down to see one of Roxy's toys.

I continued down the hallway and opened the door where my bag was laid down in front of it. The room was huge. It had a king bed in the center with a dresser and side table next to it. It had a walk-in closet and bathroom.

"You can go in you know," Vita said behind me. Embarrassed, I stepped in side and put my things on the desk.

"This is huge!"

"Wait till you see my Mom's room," Vita chuckled.

"Yeah I bet your parents room is as big as my house," I say teasingly. Vita flinched at the word parents. I let it go thinking she saw a bug or something.

"Well good night I'll be in the room next to you if you need anything!" Vita quickly shut the door and ran to her bedroom. I debated on running after her but I heard a door shut.

Did I say something that bothered her? Was I too annoying?

I let the thought go and got ready for bed. But little did I know... things would take a turn for the worst.