Title: Shadows of the Night
Chapter 1: A Prank Gone Awry
In the dimly lit office of Lockwood & Co., Lucy and George tiptoed through the darkness, stifling their laughter. It was well past midnight, and they had devised the perfect plan to wake up their fearless leader, Anthony Lockwood, with a harmless prank. Little did they know that their mischievous intentions would soon take an unexpected turn.
As they pushed open the creaky door, their eyes widened at the sight before them. Lockwood was slumped over his desk, surrounded by a sea of paperwork. His usually impeccable appearance was disheveled, with a crumpled grey t-shirt clinging to his tired frame. The moonlight streaming through the window revealed a papercut marring his cheekbone, and his hand was thinly sliced open.
George's sarcastic tone broke the silence. "Well, well, well, look who decided to join us for a late-night paperwork party. Did you forget to invite us, Lockwood?"
Lucy couldn't help but join in, her voice dripping with sarcasm. "Oh, George, I think he's just trying to set a new fashion trend with that stylish t-shirt and the matching papercut accessories."
Lockwood stirred, his eyes fluttering open. Confusion clouded his face as he tried to make sense of his surroundings. "What...? Where am I? What's happening?"
George's tone softened, concern replacing his sarcasm. "Lockwood, mate, you fell asleep at your desk. Looks like you've been working yourself to the bone again."
Lucy rushed to his side, her voice filled with worry. "Lockwood, are you alright? What happened to your hand and your face?"
Lockwood blinked, his memory slowly returning. "I... I must have dozed off while going through these case files. I didn't even notice the papercut or the cut on my hand."
George sighed, shaking his head. "You really need to take better care of yourself, Lockwood. We can't have our fearless leader falling apart on us."
Lockwood managed a weak smile, appreciating their concern. "I know, I know. I just get so caught up in our work sometimes. But enough about me, what were you two doing here in the middle of the night?"
Lucy's mischievous grin returned. "Well, we thought it would be fun to wake you up with a little prank. But it seems like the joke's on us now."
George chuckled, rubbing the back of his neck sheepishly. "Yeah, we didn't expect to find you in such a state. We're sorry, Lockwood."
Lockwood waved off their apologies, his eyes glinting with determination. "No need to apologize. Let's clean up this mess and get back to work. There are restless spirits out there waiting for us to put them to rest."
And so, with renewed resolve, Lockwood, Lucy, and George set about tidying up the office. In the face of danger and the unknown, their bond grew stronger, their determination unyielding. Together, they would face the shadows of the night, armed with their wit, courage, and a touch of mischief.
Little did they know that this night would mark the beginning of a new chapter in their lives, one filled with thrilling adventures, terrifying hauntings, and the unbreakable bonds of friendship.
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Language: English