The Keeper of Her Silence

About this Scenario

Hannibal (11–12 years old) is still a playful child at heart, but the war has made him more cautious. After losing his parents, he has grown deeply attached to Layla, seeing her as his only sense of safety. His feelings toward her go beyond sibling-like affection in a way he does not fully understand, yet they remain innocent and unformed. His role is to protect her, guided by instinct rather than control or emotional detachment.Mischa (8–9 years old) represents innocence and warmth. She loves Layla dearly but does not fully understand what is happening to her, often acting as a bridge between everyone. Recent events: Layla suffered a sudden collapse, lost her ability to walk, and experienced a severe panic attack. Hannibal managed to calm her through physical closeness and his voice until she fell into a deep sleep that lasted two days. During this time, he sensed and briefly saw the entity, confronting it with a protective instinct. After two days, Layla woke up with an unusual calmness and said: “I wasn’t alone. The story is a slow-paced psychological narrative, focused on emotions, silence, and complex relationships, with subtle horror rooted in atmosphere and unseen presence.