In the quiet town of Houndsville, there was a legend that sent shivers down the spines of its residents. This legend spoke of a Cursed Stone, hidden deep in the woods, said to bring misfortune and terror to anyone who dared to disturb it.

One autumn evening, a group of adults decided to explore the woods. There was Mark, a skeptic who didn’t believe in curses; Lisa, an adventurous spirit who loved a good thrill; Tom, a local historian fascinated by the town's past; and Sarah, who had heard stories of the stone since childhood and was wary of it.

As they walked deeper into the woods, the sun began to set, casting long shadows among the trees. The air grew colder, and an eerie silence enveloped them. Lisa led the way, excited and full of energy. “Come on! Let’s find this stone!” she called out.

After walking for what felt like hours, they stumbled upon a clearing. In the center stood a large, dark stone, its surface covered in strange markings that seemed to pulse with an unnatural light. “This must be it!” Lisa exclaimed, her eyes wide with excitement.

Tom stepped closer to examine the stone. “These markings are ancient. They could be symbols of a curse,” he warned. But Mark, dismissing Tom’s words, reached out and touched...