Observed

In the quiet suburban neighborhood of Crestwood, a peculiar incident unfolded that would forever alter the lives of two best friends, Lily and Emily. Lily had always been intrigued by the unknown, fascinated by the supernatural. When she installed security cameras throughout her house, she had no idea that she was about to invite an eldritch entity into their lives.

One evening, Lily and Emily sat in the cozy living room, sipping hot tea and watching the live feed from the security cameras. Suddenly, a glitch distorted the screen, revealing a fleeting glimpse of an otherworldly presence. Their hearts raced as they witnessed a writhing mass of tentacles and eyes, defying any logical explanation. Fear gripped their souls.

From that moment, Lily's home became a haunted sanctuary. The eldritch entity, drawn to the energy emitted by the cameras, started to infiltrate their reality. Shadows seemed to dance in the corners of their vision, objects moved inexplicably, and eerie whispers echoed through the halls.

Emily, deeply concerned for her best friend's well-being, tried to convince Lily to remove the cameras, but she was adamant about capturing evidence of the supernatural. As days turned into sleepless nights, Emily watched helplessly as Lily's once vibrant spirit dwindled under the weight of the entity's presence.

The eldritch entity reveled in their fear, growing bolder with each passing day. It toyed with them, manipulating the camera footage to distort their perceptions of reality. Faces contorted into grotesque forms, rooms shifted dimensions, and time seemed to lose all meaning. Their once cherished sanctuary became a twisted labyrinth.

Desperate for a solution, Emily embarked on a quest for answers. She delved into ancient tomes, poring over forgotten rituals and forbidden knowledge. Guided by the faint hope of saving her friend, she unearthed a ritual said to banish eldritch entities. However, it required immense sacrifice.

With trepidation and determination in her heart, Emily prepared for the ritual. She drew sigils on the walls, lit candles, and chanted ancient incantations. The air crackled with palpable energy as the eldritch entity manifested before her.

As Emily faced the monstrosity, she realized that the entity's true source of power was Lily's belief in its existence. Gathering her courage, Emily confronted the entity, defying its grip on their reality. She spoke words of resilience, reminding Lily of their unbreakable bond and the strength they held within.

The eldritch entity recoiled, weakened by Lily's fading belief. Emily persisted, urging Lily to let go of her fascination and find solace in the real world. Slowly, the entity began to dissipate, its form dissolving into nothingness.

With its banishment, the house regained its serenity. The security cameras were removed, and Lily embraced the warmth of reality. The trauma inflicted by the eldritch entity took time to heal, but Emily stood by her side, guiding her back to a sense of normalcy.

As the years passed, their friendship deepened, and the haunting became a distant memory. Lily learned to appreciate the wonders of the natural world, while Emily cherished the strength they had discovered within themselves.

Their journey taught them that sometimes, the greatest unknowns lie within our hearts. It reminded them that true strength lies not in capturing the supernatural but in the power of friendship, love, and the courage to face the darkest of entities, both within and without. But the story doesn't end here, for the creature lurks within our realm awaiting those who will take gaze upon its form once more. How about you, dear reader? It was already passing by from the moment you read the title but try your best to ignore it and don't let it feed off of your beliefs. It might just leave you alone...emphasis on "might".