Solved Murders - True Crime Stories - Friendship Fractured Ela and Tanya’s Clash in Arizona Leads to Sudden Departure PART10 #10

Episode Date: August 30, 2025

#horrorstories #reddithorrorstories #ScaryStories #creepypasta #horrortales #friendshipgonewrong #toxicfriends #psychologicalhorror #arizonamystery #emotionalthriller  In Part 10 of their chilling journey, Ela and Tanya's friendship begins to unravel under the Arizona sun. What began as a shared adventure turns hostile after strange events stir paranoia and resentment. As buried secrets surface, one of them leaves—suddenly and without warning. But was it truly her decision?  horrorstories, reddithorrorstories, scarystories, horrorstory, creepypasta, horrortales, friendshipdrama, toxicrelationships, hauntedfriendship, psychologicalthriller, eeriearizona, desertsecrets, suddendeparture, horrorinreality, tensionbuilds, femaleleads, unexplainedconflict, creepyvibes, darkemotions, part10story

The Arizona sun, having spent the day baking the valley, was finally dipping below the horizon, painting the sky in fiery oranges and soft purples. The oppressive heat gave way to a pleasant, dry warmth as Mary pulled her car into the cool concrete expanse of the parking garage next to the Tempe Town Lake Valley Metro Station. The post-shopping exhaustion from Scottsdale Fashion Square hung in the air, but Mary hoped the serene lakeside view would be the perfect antidote. As they stepped out, the sleek, purple form of a light rail train glided silently into the station beside them, its lights cutting through the twilight. Tanya's eyes lit up.

Oh, look! A tram! Can we ride it? I want to ride it. Mary smiled patiently. It's a great way to see the city. We can definitely do that tomorrow. But I wanted to see the herd museum, Ella countered, her tone did.

gentle but firm. And maybe check out a few more shops in Old Town Scottsdale before we head to Dallas. There are things I want to do. We can do that another time. Let's do the tram, Tanya insisted, her voice taking on a sharp, demanding edge. The argument from the car ride over was clearly not finished. Sensing the rising tension, Mary steered them towards the lakefront. Come on, let's go find a spot to sit. We can feel. figure it all out. They settled into chairs around a metal table, the water shimmering before them, reflecting the growing collection of city lights. Ella folded her arms, a frustrated sigh escaping her lips, while Tanya tapped her foot impatiently, her gaze fixed on the station.

I just think my ideas are better for a group, Tanya stated, not to anyone in particular. Or maybe you just think your ideas are the only ones that matter, Ella muttered under her breath. Excuse me, a friendly voice interjected, breaking their stalemate. Two young men were standing nearby, looking apologetic but curious. Sorry to interrupt, but we couldn't help but over here. Mind if we join you? All the other tables are taken. Mary, ever the gracious host, beamed.

Of course. Please, have a seat. The two men pulled up chairs. I'm Alex, the first. first one said, offering a warm smile. And I'm Josh, said the second, his eyes crinkling kindly. Mary, Ella, and Tanya introduced themselves, the tension between the girls momentarily forgotten. So, what brings you guys to Tempe Town Lake? Mary asked. Just killing some time before the big trip, Alex explained. Him and I are doing a guy's road trip to Dallas Fort Worth.

We planned it to go and visit our friends, Bobby and another guy who's also named Alex. I can't wait to get to Texas, Josh added, a wide smile on his face. Though, my only experience with it so far was driving to El Paso to pick up a car over a year ago. Honestly, I thought it was a dump. Ella's head snapped up. Oh, I agree. We were there before we were here. I felt like I couldn't breathe properly.

it was so dusty and bleak. It was the worst city I've ever visited, Josh declared with passion. I'm dreading having to drive through there again. Totally with you, Alex agreed. The only interesting part of that whole stretch is Las Cruces. A spark of excitement lit up Ella's face, momentarily eclipsing her annoyance with Tanya. That's incredible. We're heading to DFW in a few days, two. No way, that's so cool. Josh said, How are you getting there? Before Ella could answer, Tanya jumped in, seizing control of the conversation. We're flying. On JSX, from the private terminal in Scottsdale, straight to Dallas Love Field. She said it with an air of sophisticated authority. Alex nodded, impressed.

Dallas is a nice city. You'll like it. Josh, having never been, simply smiled and shifted the topic. So what do you drive? Josh asked, looking at the girls. He was a car guy, and it showed. Again, Tanya dominated. Ella has a lovely Mercedes CX-5 back home. It's a nice car.

Very classy, but the maintenance is a nightmare, isn't it, Ella? She didn't wait for a response. Alex, noticing their unique cadence and word choices, tilted his head. I have to ask, where are you guys visiting from? Your accents are really interesting. This time, Ella spoke first, a hint of pride in her voice. We're from Newcastle-upon-Lyme. It's a suburb of Stokon-Trent, in England.

A huge, genuine grin spread across Josh's face. He looked absolutely delighted. No way. Stoke-on-Trent. I've heard awesome things about that part of England. The atmosphere shifted instantly. The five of them fell into an easy, animated conversation that flowed from Josh's car show experiences to the best places for sight-seeing cars in Arizona. Eventually, Mary checked her watch. Oh, I hate to break this up, but I have to get back. Priscilla and Richard will be wondering where I am. As they stood to leave, numbers were quickly exchanged between the two pairs of travelers. Hey, Alex said, looking at Ella and Tanya.

Since we're all heading the same direction eventually, you want to hang out tomorrow? Yes. Tanya answered immediately. We can all ride the tram to downtown Phoenix. Josh's face lit up again. I'd love to do that. I've been wanting to ride it again. It was settled.

But the fragile peace was destined to shatter. Later that night, the calm of Mary's house was violently broken. The sound of raised voices, thick with fury and British accents, echoed from the guest bedroom into the living room, where Mary, Richard, and Priscilla were watching TV. The kids, on the other side of the house, could hear it too. Why can't we do things I want to do? Ella's voice was shrill with pent-up frustration. Who knows when we will be back in Arizona?

You're so bossy, Tanya. You are selfish and only care about yourself. Oh, here we go. Tanya's voice shot back, laced with venom. I'm selfish because I actually want to do something fun instead of just mooching about in shops. You're the one being a baby. They cussed each other out, the words flying like daggers.

The argument escalated until Tanya, in a fit of rage, hurled an insult so cruel and personal that it sucked all the air out of the room. Then, silence. A heavy, broken silence. A few minutes later, the guest room door opened. Ella emerged, her face pale and her eyes blazing. She was dragging her packed suitcase behind her. I'm going back to England, she announced to the stunned living room. And I'll take a bus all the way to Dallas if I have to, but I am not spending one more minute with her. She refused to even look at the door she had just come through. I'm not sleeping in that room. Without another word, she walked to the front door, pulled it open, and slammed it shut behind her, the sound reverberating

through the house. Priscilla immediately stood up. Richard, come with me. We're going to talk to her. Mary sighed, her heart aching. I'll go talk to Tanya. The kid sat there with shocked looks on their faces in silence. Outside, Richard and Priscilla found Ella sitting on the curb, her body trembling with anger and hurt. They gently coaxed her into their car and drove her to the Lakinta in by superstition spring center, a quiet and anonymous place for her to spend the night. Meanwhile, back at the house, Tanya sat alone in the silent bedroom. The adrenaline faded, replaced by a cold, creeping dread. the echo of her own harsh words played in her mind it started to hit her with crushing weight that in her quest to win a petty argument she had just lost her best friend the girl she had known and loved since primary school to be continued