Annabelle had finished a long shift at work and just wanted to hit the studio she used to call home. The restaurant was closed for the night, but she hadn’t locked the door yet, since she was busy cleaning up the tables. She heard the familiar ring of a bell come from the door, meaning someone had just walked in. “We’re closed,” she said as she finished cleaning the table she was at, not looking up to look at the person who had just walked in. When she finished she looked up and smiled as she saw a familiar face. One she hadn’t seen in town just yet, until now. “Oh my God hi! Long time no see around here!” she smiled, knowing that most people were back now because of their pact.














