In "What Happened at the Mill," Andrew Rupert Crocker crafts a haunting, atmospheric tale set against the backdrop of an old mill, steeped in history and mystery. The evocative descriptions of the mill’s surroundings the mist above the waterfall, the ancient glass windows imbue the scene with a sense of nostalgia and melancholy, inviting readers into a world where time is both a healer and a keeper of secrets.

The intriguing quote, “Some breadcrumbs feed the ducks, and some lead straight to the witch’s oven,” hints at the duality of the paths we take some lead to comfort, others to peril, but all are shaped by choices, whether conscious or not. This sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the mill's hidden stories and the dark allure it might hold.

What themes stood out to you in this chapter? Do you find yourself drawn to the tension between the mill’s charming exterior and the dark secrets it may hold?