Patrick waited at the top of the stairs, but his friends didn't follow. "Pussies!" Not that he wasn't scared, but there was also something exciting about being up here with all of the noises. He peered down the dusty hallway, and made out doors on either side and one at the end. The curious translucent wall coverings and furniture were more apparent here - small tables and a couple of chairs were along the walls, and he saw what looked like a brightly colored T-shirt on the floor.
Moving closer, he saw that it was a green and red striped kid's shirt, looking a bit dirty even though he could see through it. Curious, he squatted down and tried to touch it. His fingers passed through it like it was smoke. Another child's laugh made him jump - it came from close by, but no one was visible. He started to stand, then did a double-take. The shirt looked solid now!