Episode 003: The Inferno's Grip

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Episode 003: The Inferno's Grip

As Sheriff's Deputy Ryan Wilkins began his evening patrol shift, the waning sun cast an eerie orange glow over the quiet country road. A veteran of over a decade on the force, Ryan had witnessed more than his fair share of tragedy during his career. Yet his stoic demeanor could not fully insulate him from the horror unfolding this fateful night.

As Ryan made his way down the deserted highway, his trained eyes instantly caught sight of a plume of smoke billowing up in the distance. His instincts kicked into high gear as he radioed in the sighting and raced towards the source. Rounding a sharp bend, the nightmarish scene came into full view - the smoldering wreckage of a minivan, its crumpled metal frame licked by angry flames.

Ryan leaped from his cruiser, adrenaline coursing through his veins, grabbed the fire extinguisher, and rushed towards the inferno. His heart sank as he realized the grim reality—the vehicle's occupants were still inside.

Thick, acrid smoke poured from the van's shattered windows as Ryan desperately tried to douse the flames. The intense heat was overpowering, driving him back with each attempt. All he could do was watch in horror, the fire's roar now the only sound.
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