Pest Control James was taken aback when he heard his son Liam yelling from the attic. Hurrying up the stairs, James found himself curious about why Liam was there, as nobody had been in the attic for some time.
Liam was extremely frightened, a sight James had never witnessed in his teenage son before. Despite James’s attempts to reassure him, Liam remained terrified and pointed to a wall in the attic. James, upon looking, became equally alarmed. Realizing the seriousness of the situation, he knew he had to contact the experts without delay.
A Giant Hornet’s Nest
At the top of the wall, there loomed a sizable hornet’s nest. While James had encountered many nests in the past, this one emitted a loud noise akin to a struggling car engine. Feeling frightened, he experienced goosebumps all over his body.
James recognized by its size and look that this hornet’s nest was unlike any he had seen before. Liam mentioned they were protecting something inside the massive nest. When James tried to approach, several hornets swiftly attacked him.
He Called The Experts
The hornets were aggressive, and James got stung multiple times. The pain was intense, prompting James to realize they needed to vacate the attic promptly. He escorted Liam to the door, ensuring it was securely shut. Turning to the internet, James sought out professionals, knowing he couldn’t tackle the large nest alone. Finding one in town, he dialed their number immediately, explaining the situation. They assured him they would come over promptly.
Experience And Confidence
Mark from pest control arrived promptly. James and Liam informed him about the large hornet’s nest, but Mark chuckled, stating he could handle it alone. With ample experience in dealing with insects, including hornets, Mark confidently headed towards the attic, where the loud buzzing was already audible. Unperturbed, he entered the attic. However, within minutes, he rushed out and promptly sealed the door behind him.
Wait For Winter
Mark was visibly frightened, a stark contrast to his usual confidence. James noticed this change and inquired about the situation in the attic. Mark admitted that he had never encountered such a massive hornet’s nest, and the hornets were displaying unusually aggressive behavior. He proposed waiting until winter, when the hornets would be dormant, before taking any action, as he believed there was little they could do at the moment.
He Refused To Go Back In
James was reluctant to postpone action until winter, but Mark refused to reenter the attic. He suspected there was something significant within the nest, given the hornets’ unusually aggressive behavior, indicating they were fiercely protective of something.
Despite James’s attempts to offer more money as persuasion, it was clear that Mark was too frightened to revisit the attic. Mark opted to depart from the house and proposed sealing off the attic entrance, recommending they wait until winter to eliminate the hornet’s nest.
Things Got Worse
James felt powerless. If an expert couldn’t resolve the issue, he doubted he could handle it alone. He followed Mark’s advice and sealed off the attic to prevent the hornets from entering the house. However, the situation worsened. The noise from the hornets was so disruptive that the whole family had to sleep in the living room. Soon enough, a few hornets managed to make their way downstairs.
Trying To Do The Job Himself
James started looking for other pest control companies, but upon learning that the initial expert had backed out, they all recommended waiting until winter when the hornets would be dormant. Refusing to wait, James decided to tackle the problem himself. He went to the store, bought the necessary equipment to protect himself from the hornets, and made sure to research and purchase everything needed to address the situation.
Clearing The Barricades
James’s wife, Emma, opposed his decision to confront the hornets in the attic, but James disregarded her concerns and insisted on handling the situation himself. Frustrated by the hornets’ presence, he instructed everyone to vacate the house and proceeded to the attic. James dismantled the barrier and entered. To his astonishment, he discovered that the hornet’s nest had significantly expanded, now approximately eight times larger than before.
Failed Mission
James approached the hornet’s nest with a strategy in mind: to seize it and hurl it out the window. However, he was swarmed by numerous hornets. Despite wearing protective gear, he endured painful stings. Fearing he couldn’t combat them, James retreated to the door and exited the attic. Unfortunately, he tumbled down the stairs, injuring his head and body. His last recollection is glimpsing someone appearing concerned for him.
Taking Charge
When James regained consciousness, he found himself unable to recall anything. His head throbbed intensely, suggesting a concussion from the fall and temporary memory loss. The following day, the doctor advised James to rest in bed for a few days. Liam recognized that James wouldn’t be able to return to the attic. Perhaps he should attempt to handle it instead. Feeling a sense of responsibility, Liam contemplated if he could manage what his father couldn’t. Nonetheless, Liam’s curiosity about the nest continued to grow.
Waiting For The Perfect Time
Liam searched online for a solution and stumbled upon a video showing beekeepers using smoke to drive away hornets. Determined to keep his plans hidden, knowing his mother wouldn’t approve due to his father’s mishap, Liam waited for the opportune moment when she was out. As soon as she left to shop for groceries, he seized the chance. Donning his father’s protective gear, he headed towards the stairs.
His Dad Got His Back
Suddenly, his dad interrupted him, causing Liam’s heart to race as he feared he’d been discovered. However, his dad wore a smile. “I see you’ve got a smoker, which means you’re smarter than me,” he chuckled. Liam assured his dad he could manage and instructed him to return to bed.
With a mix of concern and pride, James advised Liam to proceed carefully and pledged to stand guard at the foot of the stairs. Liam entered the attic cautiously, his heart racing as he observed the hornets buzzing about the room.
A Big Mistake
As smoke filled the attic, the hornets grew quieter. Liam approached the nest cautiously, but the smoke obscured his vision. Determined, he reached for the attic window and cracked it open slightly. To his surprise, he found the hornet’s nest strangely beautiful with its intricate holes and tunnels. Peering into the center, Liam glimpsed numerous hornets gathered, concealing whatever lay within.
Finishing The Job
Once the smoke dissipated and the hornets stirred, Liam stumbled and reached for his smoker. Just as he neared it, a sudden, sharp pain shot through his arm—he’d been stung. Despite the agony, Liam swiftly resumed smoking the room. Though the smoke blurred his vision, he remained resolute to finish the task. Summoning all his strength, he seized the hornet’s nest and hurled it out of the window.
Getting In Trouble
Liam called out to his dad, declaring his success. They dashed outside to inspect the hornet’s nest, but their excitement turned to shock when they reached the driveway. Emma stood there, groceries in hand, with the nest at her feet. Spotting Liam and James rushing out, Emma’s face flushed with anger upon seeing Liam in the beekeeper’s suit. She couldn’t fathom their actions and began scolding them for their recklessness.
Something In The Nest
Emma fell silent as she noticed something protruding from the nest. James approached and touched it, realizing its identity. It happened to be something he had concealed in the attic when they initially moved in. Eager to catch a glimpse, Liam moved forward, but James blocked him, instructing him to fetch their mom instead. When Liam inquired why, James simply stated he didn’t want them to witness it because it was repulsive.
Seeing Red
Liam informed his mom that something appeared peculiar. Emma concurred and glanced out the window at James. Witnessing James retrieve something from the nest, Emma was greatly taken aback, her anger reignited. Emma ventured outside and confronted James, demanding an explanation. She couldn’t comprehend why her husband would deceive her. Liam joined them outside, bewildered. Catching sight of the object in his dad’s hand, Liam became even more perplexed.
Riding Off With Regrets
James accessed the back of his car, retrieved some old towels, and wrapped up the item. Placing the wrapped object on the passenger seat, he started driving away, reassuring Emma that he would dispose of it once and for all. As he drove, James chastised himself for his foolishness, wondering why he had kept the item when he knew his wife disliked it. At a red light, he stole a glance at it. To his surprise, it was an old doll passed down from his grandma’s sister.
His Wife Was Right After All
James wasn’t very familiar with his grandmother’s sister’s doll, but he chose to keep it in case it held sentimental value for the family. However, when Emma saw the doll for the first time, she immediately disliked it. Being somewhat superstitious, Emma sensed negative energy surrounding the doll. She advised James to dispose of it to prevent potential future problems. Initially skeptical, James opted to hide the doll in the attic. Now, he was beginning to reconsider Emma’s advice. He drove to a nearby swamp and tossed the doll into the water.
