In Chapter 2 of Don't Let Them In, the friends settle into the eerie cabin, and personal tensions simmer beneath the surface. Dan notices Priya’s withdrawn demeanor and invites her to talk in his cramped, musty room. Their heartfelt conversation deepens their friendship as Priya shares a personal struggle, and Dan offers steadfast support. Meanwhile, in the kitchen, Caleb, grappling with a recent loss, cleans dishes to cope, brushing off Jake’s lighthearted attempts to cheer him up with talk of fun and flirtation. Jake, undeterred, shifts focus to his own interests. In the living room, Maya and Caleb try to unwind with a horror movie, but the cabin’s unsettling vibe keeps them on edge. A sudden disturbance outside heightens their unease, and an unexpected visitor at the door tests their nerves, leaving them wary but determined to keep the group calm. The chapter builds a sense of looming dread as bonds are tested and the forest’s silence grows heavier.

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