Bitter winds howled through the deserted town square. A figure, hunched and cloaked, scurried along the cobblestones. Rain-soaked lanterns cast eerie shadows on ancient walls. Laughter echoed from a distant tavern, then abruptly stopped. A chilling scream pierced the silence, shattering the night. Footsteps echoed, then faded. All was quiet. The town held its breath. In the shadows, a sinister secret lurked. The game of murder had just begun.