Chapter 68: Shadows Cast by Shadows

John and Marie shared a determined glance as twilight descended on the little town, creating long shadows that stretched over the streets. They were not alone anymore, but they were starting down a hazardous road. They had one other, Dr. Lee's steadfast support, and a glimmer of hope that, with bravery and tenacity, they could get over any challenge including the evil that lurked behind Elysian Fields. With a creak, the rusted iron gates of the long-closed amusement park opened, displaying a barren scene of fading carnival lights and broken pavement. Above, a skeleton Ferris wheel with rusty spokes scratching the pitch-black sky loomed. The smell of decay and long-forgotten recollections pervaded the air. Clad in a faded black jacket and a baseball hat pulled down over his forehead, John cautiously held onto the concealed camera fastened to his shirt. Marie stood next to him, her hand comfortingly resting on his arm. Marie was wearing a loose-fitting sweater and black trousers.