Dave has been driving at the same since 3 hours confused and helpless, no charge in the phone, no one to call. All what surrounded him was silence leaving him with no hope. He kept on driving far away he saw a light with a hint of another human presence he kicked a sudden break and hurriedly opened the car door and ran towards it there was a home and the light was coming from there all he needed was the charge his phone and nothing else and to call his assistant then all his problems are solved. A rich man could afford anything and Dave could. He walked slowly towards the door he could hear a child’s laugh and women’s noise there was a man too all of them were laughing a happy family but wait the female’s noise was familiar. He knocked after some time a man opened the door a fair looking man in mid 40’s black hair and calm “who are you” He asked Dave explained his situation and asked him for the help he was planning to ask as expected he agreed and asked him to come inside
“please have a seat sir”
This voice , the female voice who wakes him up in the morning daily, this voice which helped him to endure all the problem and the voice he least expected to be in a stranger’s house his wife lizy.
“Sir, what? ”
“Lizy what are you doing here why aren’t at home, and why did you bring maria here? “
“Lizy, who is that sir i guess you are mistaken I am not lizy and this is not maria I am reva and this is my child riia”
“Excuse me sir, what’s happening “
The male voice was getting dominating, Dave was confused his wife and child was here in some stranger’s house and is refusing to recognize him. Was he in a wonderland. The thought of his dear and loyal wife cheating started to engulf his mind quickly and slowly started to grow as anger.
“Sir please stop creating a scene and leave this home quickly”
The male voice was more demanding now, the child also got scared with situation.
“I am not leaving without my family, I need an answer why did you cheat on me what was the problem in our married life we was happy you was happy maria was happy where did it all gone wrong.
I need an answer lizy i deserve an ans for all the years of our love. “
“Look mister i am not your wife I don’t own you any explanation please leave my house my child is getting scared “
The situation was now getting out of hands, both the male was fighting the child was hiding under the sofa, the happy pleasant evening turned into a disaster. Dave’s mind was out of control he was now becoming violent and when you are violent you lose the control and in the midst of all happening.
“Dave please open your eyes”
“Slowly”
Dave opened his eyes he was in a prison now the doctor was talking something that he was not able to understand or not willing to understand.
“He needs rest officer”
All of them left it was silence now Dave slowly closed his eyes, now all he could see was white background, Dave blinked his eyes there he saw his wife and child but this time they looked different they looked horrific blood coming out of the body as someone has killed them
“You killed us Dave, you are the reason why we are here, now you will suffer down there”
Tears were coming out of dave’s eyes now
“That person is not a sane one he killed his wife and child just because she didn’t listen to him, and now he is in the mental hospital”
Said the guards to each other
The end
It is a tale of a man named Dave, who is lost and is wandering aimlessly. He doesn’t have his phone charges so he is unable to call for help. He tries to look out for someone or someplace where he can ask for help as he wants to find a way back home. Coincidentally he finds a house echoing with laughter and joy of a happy family. Although he hears familiar voices. The man residing in the house lets him in but suddenly Dave realizes the voices were of his wife, Lizy, and their child, Maria.
He accuses Lizy of cheating as he finds her in a strangers place with their child but Lizy denies even recognising him saying that she is not Lizy but Reva and the child is not Maria but Riia. Soon, the situation spirals out of control as Dave loses his sanity and gets aggressive with the family.
The story unexpectedly takes a dark turn where Dave suddenly gains consciousness in a hospital where he is surrounded by doctors.
The author has used an eerie setting to narrate the story. The reader is kept on the very edge. The story sends a chill down the spine with further events that unfold in an unexpected manner so as to keep the reader hooked to the very end. It explores the theme of mental illness and darker sides of human nature. It compiles issues like domestic violence and aggression with consequences of the same.
This a beautifully crafted thriller that takes unanticipated turns and plot twists. The author has done an excellent job of creating a sense of foreboding throughout the story.
The tragic and engrossing tale “A Night at the Forest” explores the depths of one man’s journey into madness and the tragic consequences that follow. Readers are kept on the edge of their seats from beginning to end as the story deftly combines aspects of mystery, suspense, and psychological torment.
Dave is introduced as a confused and helpless man trapped in the night’s darkness at the beginning of the story. By skillfully evoking a sense of desolation and solitude, the author vividly depicts Dave’s precarious condition. An intriguing turn in the plot is provided by the appearance of the enigmatic light and the subsequent run-in with a family who appear to be happy.
By slowly unveiling the truth behind Dave’s interpretation of the scenario, the author deftly creates tension. The realisation that his own wife and child are there but won’t acknowledge him gives the story a strong emotional element. The reader can relate to Dave’s perplexity and escalating rage as he begins to doubt his own mental stability and the faith he once had in his family.
When the tension reaches its pinnacle and the truth is eventually exposed, the finale is especially compelling. The novel gains depth and intensity because to the author’s skill in evoking vivid imagery, such as when a good evening turns into a catastrophe. The reader is left with a strong impression as a result of Dave’s conduct and the repercussions he must endure.
The audience’s attention stays engaged throughout because to the writing’s appealing manner. The tale develops at a steady speed, which effectively manages the pacing and enables the suspense to develop naturally. The conversation helps to characterise the parties involved and is realistic.
In conclusion, the story “A Night at the Forest” examines themes of treachery, loss, and the frailty of the human psyche in a way that is both thought-provoking and emotionally intense. The reader is left with lingering questions about the intricacy of relationships and the effects of one’s choices as a result of the novel. Those who like psychological thrillers and stories that explore the darker sides of human nature should definitely read this story.
It is a real heart wrenching story which deals with mental trauma and loss.
Actually dave is a rich man who has enjoyed almost every bit of life.Anyone could have thought his life was all a fairy tale until one day he land into the knowledge that his wife has cheated upon him.
It keeps you hooked till the last word.A real fast paced tale where you cannot get bore for a second.
The story opens it window through a dark night where dave was stuck with his car.He hasn’t any source to contact to someone amidst the darkness of the forest.He tried to find someone for help but nothing came.All of a sudden he hears some familiar voice and he followed it.It was coming from a house in the mid of the forest.He knocked on the door and a man came to answer.The real twist proclaims when he saw his wife and child inside there.
He questioned her that why she is there and she totally resisted to recieve the claim that she is her wife.She didn’t acknowledge him as her husband and this
slap on his face took him to the see of sudden anger and frustration.He completely lost his temper and
It is a real heart wrenching story which deals with mental trauma and loss.
Actually dave is a rich man who has enjoyed almost every bit of life.Anyone could have thought his life was all a fairy tale until one day he land into the knowledge that his wife has cheated upon him.
It keeps you hooked till the last word.A real fast paced tale where you cannot get bore for a second.
The story opens it window through a dark night where dave was stuck with his car.He hasn’t any source to contact to someone amidst the darkness of the forest.He tried to find someone for help but nothing came.All of a sudden he hears some familiar voice and he followed it.It was coming from a house in the mid of the forest.He knocked on the door and a man came to answer.The real twist proclaims when he saw his wife and child inside there.
He questioned her that why she is there and she totally resisted to recieve the claim that she is her wife.She didn’t acknowledge him as her husband and this
slap on his face took him to the see of sudden anger and frustration.He completely lost his temper and killed his wife and child.The police took him to the jail but he was mentally broken which landed him to mental hospital.
Sometimes anger makes you commit some real dark deeds which destroys your life
Yo, this was a pretty solid story! The description of the forest setting really drew me in, and I could totally picture the moody, atmospheric vibe. The main character’s internal struggle felt authentic, and the ending left me thinking. A few bits of the dialogue felt a tad stilted, but overall the writing flowed nicely. Nice work, keep it up! Just a few minor tweaks could make this an even stronger piece.