Ancient Curse

The rain hit the windows, making a dull sound. Ava was sitting on the sofa in the living room, holding a cup of hot tea. Her grandmother had recently passed away and the house became her legacy. This is an ancient villa with a long history and legends. Ever since she moved in, Ava started to notice some strange things going on here. She often felt someone moving around the house and heard footsteps and whispers. The sounds were becoming more frequent and made her feel very uneasy. Tonight, she suddenly heard a scream coming from the second floor. She didn't know what to do, but she knew she couldn't sit still. She stood up and started slowly walking up the stairs, filled with fear and uneasiness. On the second floor, she heard screams more clearly. The sound came from one of the bedrooms. She approached the door slowly, feeling uneasy and curious at the same time. She opened the door gently and went in. This novel and its characters are purely fictitious. Any similarity is purely coincidental and should not be imitated.