Act 1: The Opportunity

Laura and Samuel had long dreamed of escaping the bustling city and settling in a peaceful countryside retreat. They spent nights envisioning a simpler, more natural life far from the metropolis’s tumult. It was the perfect time to make their dream come true.

After months of relentless searching, they stumbled upon an old inn located on the outskirts of a small town. The place had a rustic charm that immediately captivated them. However, what drew them in the most was the extraordinarily low price of the property.

During their visit, Mr. Jenkins, the real estate agent, warmly welcomed them. Laura and Samuel, eager to understand why such an inn could be so affordable, listened attentively to what Mr. Jenkins had to say. He shared with them the unsettling history of the property.

“You must know,” he began with a serious tone, “that this inn is associated with mysterious disappearances. Over the years, many people have mysteriously vanished here, just like the previous owners. There has never been any trace of violence or murder, and each time someone disappeared, it seemed impossible to find them.”

It was a chilling story, but Laura and Samuel were confident that their desire to start a new life in the countryside would protect them from such issues. They were ready for the challenge.

However, they were not the only ones concerned about this inn. Local authorities had also been informed of the sale. The police paid a visit to Laura and Samuel to warn them. Sheriff McAllister, a stoic and wise man, expressed his concerns.

“I don’t want to frighten you,” the sheriff said in a deep voice, “but people have gone missing in this inn, as well as lost visitors, and we have never found an explanation. I urge you to stay vigilant and to contact us immediately if you notice anything unusual. We don’t want to see another couple suffer the same fate as the previous owners.”

Laura and Samuel took these warnings seriously, but the prospect of a fresh start in this tranquil setting outweighed their fears. They thanked the sheriff for his concern, signed the sale papers, and settled into the mysterious inn.

And so began their adventure in the enigmatic world of the old inn. Laura and Samuel knew that challenges awaited them, but they were ready to face them to make their dream come true.

Act 2: The Discovery

As Laura and Samuel embarked on the renovation of Room 12, they reached the bathroom. Laura examined the old, decrepit door that creaked with each swing.
Laura sighed as she shook it slightly. “Samuel, we should really consider replacing this old door. It doesn’t fit the aesthetic we’re trying to create in the room.”

Samuel nodded. “You’re right, Laura. A new door would be a great addition. We can choose one that better matches our vision.”

They decided to remove the old bathroom door to replace it with a more modern one. As Samuel unscrewed the hinges, an unusual silence settled in the room. Then, suddenly, the door swung open on its own, leaving them perplexed.

Laura exclaimed, “Samuel, did you see that? The door… it opened by itself!”

Samuel stared at the door in disbelief. “It’s incredible, Laura. I have no idea what just happened. It makes no sense.”

Intrigued, they approached the door, revealing a place that seemed to be far from their usual bathroom. Samuel leaned in to take a closer look at this mysterious space.

“It looks… different,” he said, struggling to find the words to describe what he was seeing.

Laura, equally astonished, replied, “Yes, that’s an understatement. I didn’t expect this at all. Shouldn’t we close the door and call the police, perhaps?”

Samuel nodded. “You’re right, Laura. It’s best to be cautious. This discovery is anything but ordinary.”

They closed the door and picked up their phone to call the police. Local authorities arrived promptly. Laura and Samuel explained the situation, showing them the bathroom door. However, when they tried to open it again, it led only to the usual bathroom, as if nothing had happened.

Sheriff McAllister, observing the door, asked, “Are you absolutely sure it happened here?”

Laura and Samuel nodded, visibly puzzled. “Yes, it was here, in this bathroom. The door opened by itself, and behind it… it was as if we were somewhere else.”

The sheriff took notes, but it was clear that confusion prevailed. The witnesses seemed honest, but the mystery of this door remained unsolved, leaving everyone bewildered.

Act 3: The Decision

After the strange incident with the bathroom door, Laura and Samuel found themselves at a crossroads. They wrestled with tough questions about the future of the inn. Should they sell it to escape these bewildering mysteries, or should they persevere in their dream of creating a welcoming place for travelers?

Laura contemplated deeply, weighing the pros and cons. “Samuel, this inn is our most significant investment. We’ve poured all our savings into it. Are we going to give it all up because of these strange occurrences?”

Samuel sighed, understanding his wife’s concerns. “I understand your worries, Laura. But if we sell the inn now, we might never realize our dream.”

In the end, the couple decided to continue with their project. They were determined to complete the inn’s renovations and confront the mysteries that seemed to surround it.

The renovations progressed well, and the inn began to take shape. Rooms were modernized, the garden regained its former splendor, and the place came back to life. The couple felt closer than ever to realizing their dream.

However, strangeness was never far away. As the renovations neared completion, a new surprise awaited them. By opening the bathroom door of Room 12, a mysterious place reappeared once again.

This time, Laura and Samuel had made the decision to visit this enigmatic place briefly. They knew that the key lay in understanding this mysterious phenomenon, and they were ready to explore more deeply to unravel its secrets.

They cautiously ventured into the strange place before them, observing their surroundings with a mix of curiosity and apprehension.

Laura broke the silence by murmuring, “It’s incredible, Samuel. We are literally somewhere else…”

Samuel nodded, captivated by the experience. “Yes, it’s undeniable. I wonder what all of this means.”

They continued to explore the mysterious place, searching for clues that could explain its existence. Gradually, they began to realize that this phenomenon exceeded their comprehension.

Act 4: Daytime Mysteries

Laura and Samuel had made the bold choice to further explore the mysterious passage that opened behind the bathroom door of Room 12. Despite the perplexity and potential danger, their thirst for understanding drove them to continue.

When they emerged on the other side of the door, the scene that unfolded before them was incredibly strange. In broad daylight, the city appeared entirely deserted.

Cars were stopped in the middle of the road, and there was no human presence in sight.

Laura exclaimed, mixing concern and fascination, “Samuel, look at this! It’s as if everyone has disappeared. It’s both terrifying and captivating.”

Samuel carefully observed the strange environment around them. “It’s unbelievable. Everything seems normal, except for the total absence of people. The passage is still open behind us, right?”

Laura nodded, confirming that the passage was still open. However, she warned, “But we must remain vigilant. We don’t know where we are, and if the passage might close at any moment.”

They decided to explore the main street of the deserted city. The buildings appeared intact, store signs swayed, but not a breath of wind… The silence was almost unreal, creating a strange atmosphere.

Laura and Samuel walked down the street, passing by stores with empty shop windows. Everything seemed frozen in time, as if this city had been suspended in another era. They entered a store, but the lights did not come on. It seemed that electricity had vanished.

Out of curiosity, Laura and Samuel took some items from the shelves. Laura chose a chocolate bar, while Samuel opted for a soft drink. However, when they tasted these products, a strange reality struck them. There was neither flavor nor scent. The soft drink had lost all of its effervescence, leaving a peculiar and flat sensation in their mouths.

Samuel glanced at his watch and realized that it had stopped working since they entered this mysterious city. At least an hour had passed, but time seemed to have frozen in this enigmatic place.

Laura and Samuel knew that they couldn’t stay indefinitely in this location. The city was as intriguing as it was bewildering, yet it was also unpredictable. They set out to retrace their steps, heading back the way they had come.

Returning to the deserted road, they found the passage in the middle of the street that would lead them back to the inn. They understood that this enigmatic city was full of mysteries, and their exploration was far from over.

Act 5: In Search of Answers

Laura and Samuel were more determined than ever to unravel the mystery hiding behind the enigmatic passage in their inn. Their experience in the deserted town had left them both fascinated and puzzled. They meticulously documented every detail, striving to unlock the secret lurking on the other side of the bathroom door.

Seated around their kitchen table, covered in notebooks filled with notes, they engaged in discussions about their findings. Samuel began thoughtfully, “We need to understand why the passage reopened, why it only operates once a month, and whether it always leads to the same place.”

Laura nodded with a serious expression. “Exactly. We need to be methodical in our approach and share our findings with the sheriff.”

They spent hours documenting their observations, formulating hypotheses, and exchanging ideas about the nature of this phenomenon. The mysteries surrounding the passage appeared endless, and their desire to comprehend it only grew stronger.

They determined that the passage consistently opened from midnight to 4 AM, and it was imperative not to stay there longer, as it abruptly closed. Furthermore, time seemed suspended on the other side; their watches stopped, and there was no sense of time.

Samuel sighed as he placed his watch on the table. “This absence of time is perplexing, Laura. We need to find a way to measure and understand what happens on the other side. It might hold the key to unraveling the mystery of the disappearances.”

Laura shared his concern. “Absolutely, Samuel. But for now, we lack the necessary tools to explore this dimension. We need outside expertise. I agree with you; people have likely vanished due to this phenomenon.”

They turned to the internet in search of clues, but all information they found about similar phenomena was confined to science fiction. It appeared that their situation was unique, defying all laws of conventional physics.

Ultimately, they decided to return to the other side of the passage the following month, this time with the police accompanying them. They required official support to investigate this captivating enigma that had entranced them.

The days passed slowly, their impatience growing with each minute that brought them closer to the next opening of the passage. Two police officers had volunteered to join them on this adventure, and they had been briefed on the situation.

At 12:01 AM the following month, the couple, along with the sheriff and the two police officers, stood ready. They carefully opened the door to the bathroom of room 12, preparing to plunge once more into the unknown. A new place opened up before them, and the mystery surrounding the passage was about to be explored with official expertise, marking a new chapter in this extraordinary adventure.