The Crucifixion

In 2004, in Bucharest, Father Dumitru and a group of nuns initiated a violent exorcism on Sister Adelina Marinescu, who was believed to be possessed by the demon Agares. The atmosphere was tense as they desperately battled the malign influence for three harrowing days.

The exorcism ended tragically with Adelina's untimely death, sending shockwaves through the community and leading to severe repercussions for Dumitru and his team. They faced murder charges due to the horrific outcome of their botched attempt to save the nun.

Determined to uncover the truth, journalist Nicole Rawlins embarked on an investigation into the sensational story surrounding Adelina's death. Despite warnings from her editor to keep her personal struggles separate, she pressed forward, starting with an interview with Father Dumitru.

In a cell interview, Father Dumitru claimed that Bishop Gornick's interference had disrupted the exorcism and was ultimately responsible for Adelina's tragic fate. His statements raised further questions about the events leading up to the nun's demise.

Nicole attended Adelina's funeral, where she met Sister Vaduva, a close friend of Adelina who adamantly rejected the notion that her death was caused by murder. Their conversation hinted at deeper secrets surrounding Adelina’s life and death.

Driven by her curiosity, Nicole ventured into the monastery's secretive corridors, capturing haunting images tied to Adelina's last moments. This exploration, however, was abruptly halted when Bishop Gornick confronted her, demanding she leave.

After a follow-up interview at St. Joseph's Cathedral, Bishop Gornick shocked Nicole by stating that Adelina was not possessed but rather struggled with mental illness. This revelation intensified Nicole's skepticism and unease about the entire situation.

Outside the cathedral, Nicole met Tavian, a mute gypsy boy whose presence added complexity and mystery to her investigation. His enigmatic behavior hinted at deeper connections to the dark occurrences surrounding Adelina's death.

As Nicole immersed herself in the investigation, she began experiencing strange occurrences, including vivid dreams that appeared to guide her toward the truth. These unsettling visions started to blur the lines between reality and supernatural.

Nicole had moments of solace with Sister Vaduva, who recounted the tragic narrative of Adelina's doomed love life, suggesting that her desperation may have attracted the malevolent forces that ultimately led to her demise. This revelation added depth to Nicole's understanding of the tragedy.

Father Anton sought to comfort Nicole by sharing a fine bottle of wine during an emotionally charged evening. Their intimate conversation opened up feelings and visions linked to Anton's desires, but left Nicole feeling abandoned when he departed unexpectedly.

Nicole reached out to Dr. Funar, the doctor who had diagnosed Adelina with schizophrenia. He shared a particularly disturbing incident involving Adelina encountering a demonic vision, further complicating Nicole’s understanding of the events.

As Nicole drove through winding roads, memories of her mother's whispers filled her thoughts, drawing her to the cemetery where Father Gabrielle had been buried. The timing aligned eerily with her mother's passing, compelling her to reflect on the interconnectedness of these tragic stories.

While revisiting the monastery, Nicole uncovered Gabriel's records, revealing that his final appointment was with Tavian, who had sought an exorcism for his father previously. This chilling discovery heightened suspicion about the demon's pervasive influence.

In a climactic twist, chaos broke out as Nicole faced the demon Agares and was seen levitating under the curse's power. Father Anton rushed to her aid, conducting an exorcism that forced Nicole to confront her lost faith and reclaim her strength against malevolent forces.