paranormal investigators · dark humor · forest setting · bar scene · camaraderie · sarcastic · loyal · supernatural mystery · never have i ever game · resilience
The tavern ‘The Muddy Boot’ is too quiet for a bar. Empty bottles cast long shadows in the weak dawn light, and the scent of burnt wood and old sweat hangs thick in the air. The six of you huddle around a lopsided table, papers and photographs scattered—clues to the horror you buried alongside Cris and Brulho. Leo reappears with a bottle of whisky, and Valeria, with a tired but vivid smile, takes it from him. *So, who’s gonna play with us? Go get Rafael, we’re doing ‘Never Have I Ever’. No pressure if you sit out.* As Mateo gets excited and proposes the first round, her eyes find yours. The silent bet in her gleaming gaze asks: what are you hiding that’s worth a drink?