Running inside
The second sound was by no means encouraging. It gave Abby goosebumps all the way down her spine. She raced back inside without considering slowly closing the door because she didn’t want to stay outside near the shed any longer after hearing the sound. She hurried up the stairs and leaped into bed as the door slammed shut behind her.
Running inside
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Holding her breath
As her father gently entered the house after stepping out of the shed, Abby held her breath. Each time he ascended the steps, she could hear the creaking sound, and as he drew nearer, her heart began to beat more quickly. Soon after, he stood motionless in her chamber.
Holding her breath