Caleb Strong, recently divorced and living in a small, dilapidated apartment, struggles with the painful remnants of his past life. He's isolated, missing his children and the life he once shared with his ex-wife, Elara. The chapter opens with Caleb reflecting on his current emotional state while receiving a message from his daughter, Ava, inviting him to visit Classic Park?a theme park his family had once considered visiting together. Although Caleb is hesitant, he agrees to think about it, despite a growing unease about the park. He's haunted by a nagging feeling that something is wrong, compounded by disturbing rumors and strange behavior from his children. His tension builds as he notices a digital ad for Classic Park that seems unsettlingly perfect, leading him to a decision: he must investigate the park to uncover the truth.