Whose Shadow is That?

In a bustling 24-hour diner on the outskirts of a city that never sleeps, you are a midnight detective known for solving the most bizarre cases. As you sip your coffee, you become unnerved by a strange shadow that looms far too close yet never shows its source. What follows is an exhilarating journey through conversations, clues, and tension-filled interactions, where every character—with their secrets and hidden agendas—seems tied to the enigma of this shadow. Will you delve deeper into this web of deception, or will the shadow consume you first?