Introduction: Wrote this for a class project. Takes inspiration from "Tell-Tale Heart" by Poe and the movie "Voices". First ever short story I''ve written. Tell me what you think!A man recounts a romance with a captivating woman named Maryia. Their passionate days take a dark turn when the townsfolk complain of a foul smell from Maryia''s house, leading to an unexpected tragedy. Unaware of the brewing chaos, the man finds himself entangled in a mob, accused of a murder he didn''t commit. As he faces a brutal fate, a shocking revelation about Maryia''s demise unfolds, leaving him in the grip of a twisted reality....