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That night, eerie occurrences plagued their home—doors creaked open uninvited, fires sputtered and flickered, and the village dogs howled without end. Out of desperation, Papa Obi recalled a story from his grandmother about a child who returned altered after being taken by spirits. Panic set in as he realized that Amara's spirit was trapped between their world and a darker realm. Determined to bring her back fully, yet ill-informed about the necessary ritual, Papa Obi sought the help of Bubba Ik, the village elder known for his wisdom.