**Chapter 5: The Darkness Closes In**

The smile on Judd's face sent a chill down Andrew's spine. He tried to speak, but his voice was caught in his throat. Judd took a step closer, his eyes never leaving Andrew's face. The air in the room seemed to thicken, making it hard for Andrew to breathe. Andrew's mind was racing, trying to think of a way to escape. He glanced around the room, but it seemed like Judd had appeared out of nowhere. The creaking sound had masked his approach, and now Andrew was face to face with his stalker. Judd took another step closer, his smile growing wider. Andrew could see the glint of amusement in his eyes, and it made him feel even more uneasy. He tried to push himself back into the bed, but his body seemed rooted to the spot. "Hello, Andrew," Judd said, his voice low and menacing. "I've been waiting for this moment for a long time." Andrew's heart was racing, pounding in his chest like a drum. He tried to speak, but all that came out was a faint whisper. Judd leaned in closer, his breath hot on Andrew's face. "I know you're scared," Judd said, his voice dripping with malice. "And I love it. You should be scared. You should be very scared." Andrew's eyes were fixed on Judd's face, trying to read his intentions. But Judd's expression was inscrutable, giving away nothing. Andrew's mind was racing, trying to think of a way to escape. He glanced around the room again, this time noticing the phone on his nightstand. With a surge of adrenaline, Andrew reached out and grabbed the phone. He tried to dial 911, but his hands were shaking so hard that he couldn't get the numbers right. Judd laughed, a cold, mirthless sound. "You think you can call for help?" Judd said, his eyes glinting with amusement. "You think anyone will come in time?" Andrew's heart sank as he realized Judd was right. His parents were out of town, and he was alone in the house. He was at Judd's mercy, and that thought sent a wave of fear through him. Judd took another step closer, his eyes burning with intensity. Andrew knew he had to act fast, or risk being trapped forever. With a burst of courage, Andrew flung the phone at Judd, trying to distract him. The phone hit Judd's chest, but he barely flinched. Instead, he laughed again, a sound that sent shivers down Andrew's spine. Andrew knew he had to think fast, or risk being a victim of Judd's twisted obsession.