storybook

Chapter One: The Bell That Rang at Midnight Rain hammered against the windows of Riverton National School as the final bell echoed through the old hallways. Most students rushed home before the storm became worse.But not everyone left. Inside Classroom 9-B, six students sat around a dusty wooden desk while thunder growled outside like a giant beast.“Tell me again why we’re staying after school?”  asked Nethul, tightening his hoodie.  “Because this place looks haunted.” “It is haunted,” whispered Maya dramatically.  Sahan rolled his eyes. “There are no ghosts in school.” “You say that now,” replied Ishara. “But even the teachers avoid the old science building.” At the back of the classroom, Ravindu carefully unfolded an ancient-looking map across the table. Everyone leaned closer. The map had strange symbols drawn in red ink. At the center was a circle marked: “UNDERGROUND ARCHIVE.” Below it were three words: Only the worthy enter. “This,” Ravindu said quietly, “was hidde...