In the secluded manor house, the atmosphere is thick with fear and suspicion. A series of unsettling assaults has plagued the residents, culminating in a horrific murder. The traumatized mistress has descended into madness, and whispers of otherworldly forces circulate among the frightened servants. But Quintus Oakes, a renowned detective with a sharp mind and unwavering determination, arrives to unravel the truth behind the sinister events. As he delves into the investigation, he encounters a cast of intriguing characters, each with their own secrets and motives. Will Oakes uncover the killer hiding in plain sight or will the manor's dark history consume him too?