Weird Mysteries #4

Thurston Fletcher, a showman versed in the ways of black magic, is lured to a mysterious appointment by a man named Diablo, who claims to have an intriguing proposition but first demands proof of Fletcher's genuine occult knowledge. What begins as an elaborate test in a candlelit mausoleum takes a dark and unexpected turn, revealing that neither man may be quite who they claim to be.

In "The Twin Coffins!", an archaeologist unearths the ancient burial site of Queen Thebus and King Barut, legendary lovers entombed together in twin coffins. As he stands over the sealed tombs, a chilling realization dawns—he is the reincarnated King Barut, and the queen’s spirit calls to him from beyond the grave.

In "Choker," a ruthless treasure hunter ventures into a sunken ruin, driven by greed for cursed black pearls. His obsession leads him straight into a deadly trap—when the sea's ancient guardian, a monstrous octopus, rises to defend its domain, the hunter meets a chilling end.

In "The Witches' Tale," a man makes a dark pact with witches to eliminate his unfaithful wife and her lover, believing himself untouchable by mortal hands. When he's arrested and stands trial, he's certain of acquittal—until the jury’s true nature reveals a chilling twist.

In "The Man Who Never Smiled," a greedy man shadows an enigmatic old man whose unbroken frown hides a terrible secret. Drawn by the promise of wealth, he tracks the old man to a hidden cave, only to discover the chilling truth behind his perpetual scowl—his razor-sharp fangs are a deadly gift, and he’s not the first to pay the price.