Missax.21.09.13.charlotte.stokely.helena.locke.... -

Helena nodded, a silent understanding passing between them.

The dimly lit room was filled with the soft hum of machinery, a constant heartbeat in the background of their conversation. Charlotte Stokely sat across from Helena Locke, the air between them thick with unspoken words. MissaX.21.09.13.Charlotte.Stokely.Helena.Locke....

Charlotte's eyes narrowed. "And what exactly changed on that day?" Helena nodded, a silent understanding passing between them

"MissaX.21.09.13," Charlotte whispered, the words now imbued with a meaning that went far beyond a simple date. "A key, a message, a doorway." " Charlotte whispered