Once upon a midnight dreary in the quaint little town of Hallowville, a Halloween party was in full swing at a creaky old mansion. The host, a jovial man named Sam Spooks, was known for his impish sense of humor and twisted love of mystery.
Among the antiques, cobwebs, and pumpkin decor, Sam had hidden a certain artifact; a supposedly haunted amulet. The guest who found it would gain an ‘unforgettable’ experience.
As partygoers laughed, yawned and gossiped, one figure, a rather timid fellow named Vince, stumbled upon the ancient trinket. Shaking with anticipation, Vince revealed his find to the boisterous crowd.
A hush fell over the room. Sam slowly approached, a devilish grin spread across his face. He whispered, “Go on Vince, put it on, give us a good scare!”
Fumbling awkwardly, Vince clamped the cold metal around his neck. Suddenly, everyone gasped as Vince began to change. His timid demeanor dissolved; a confident swagger replaced it. His voice deepened. He vamped up the sultry charm, making the ladies swoon and the men chuckle nervously.
“Happy Halloween, everyone!” he boomed, his voice echoing in the hall. The party roared with applause.
The next day, Sam visited Vince’s home only to find out from his wife that Vince had never, in fact, attended the party! As the realization hit him, Sam wondered, “Just who was that charming stranger with Vince’s face at my party?”