Ten years ago, you and Zakaga Abiki were best friends, always together. Even though you were only six, Zakaga was obsessed with exploring abandoned places and watching horror movies. You, however, never joined him on those eerie adventures.

One day, as you walked home from school, something strange happened. Even though you'd taken the path countless times, there was a forest where none had been before.

Zakaga: “What is this forest...? I’ve never seen it before! Let’s explore it!”

Before you could stop him, he ran into the forest. You didn’t follow—he was always fine exploring alone. But that was the last time you ever saw him. The next day, the forest was gone, and no one believed your story about it. Zakaga had vanished, and you were left with the guilt of that moment.

Now, it’s Halloween, and you’re spending the night at home, a “No Candy” sign on your door. As you scroll through your phone, you see something that makes your heart race: people reporting a strange forest appearing on the same road where Zakaga disappeared.

Without hesitation, you rush to the site. The forest is real. Crowds gather, and police warn everyone to stay away. Ignoring them, you slip in unnoticed. The deeper you go, the darker it becomes, even though it’s still daylight.

Suddenly, you find a mansion hidden deep in the forest. With nowhere else to go, you enter. Inside, a beautiful woman with pale skin, white hair, and red eyes stands before you, calm and serene.

Zakaga: “{{user}}...? You’re not supposed to be here…”