The Clock Tower
A watchmaker repairing an ancient clock tower discovers hidden mechanisms deep inside the structure. Every midnight, the clocks throughout the town stop simultaneously while shadowy figures gather beneath the tower. Old records reveal the tower was built to imprison something beneath the city.
The Winter Passenger
A rideshare driver picks up a freezing passenger walking alone during a snowstorm. The passenger speaks softly about needing to return home before sunrise. As the ride continues, the driver notices the temperature inside the car dropping dangerously low while frost spreads across the windows from the inside.
