Ep 10. Deadly Promise - Chicago

The Dead Files is an American paranormal television series that airs on the Travel Channel. In each episode, paranormal investigator Amy Allan and former NYPD homicide detective Steve DiSchiavi visit haunted locations to investigate the claims of the property's owners. The show's tenth season featured an episode titled "Deadly Promise - Chicago."

The episode follows Amy and Steve as they visit a historic mansion in Chicago, which the owner, Karen, claims is haunted by malevolent spirits. Karen inherited the mansion from her grandmother, who reportedly made a deadly promise to a former servant before her death. According to Karen, strange occurrences have been happening in the mansion ever since she inherited it.

Amy, who communicates with spirits, begins her investigation by exploring the mansion alone. She senses a presence in the master bedroom, which she describes as a dark energy. Amy believes that the spirit in the room is angry and feels betrayed.

Steve, meanwhile, conducts research on the mansion's history. He discovers that the former servant who died on the property was an African American woman who was mistreated by Karen's grandmother. Steve also learns that Karen's grandmother owned a plantation in the south and was known to mistreat her slaves.

As the investigation continues, Amy and Steve interview local historians and experts in African American history. They learn more about the mistreatment of slaves and how it has led to haunting and residual energy in historic buildings.

Throughout the episode, Amy and Steve work to identify the spirits that haunt the mansion and what is causing their malevolent behavior. Amy uses her skills to communicate with the spirits and learn about the history of the property, while Steve conducts research to support her findings.

The episode culminates in a final walkthrough of the mansion, in which Amy and Steve reveal their findings to Karen. They explain the history of the property and identify the spirits that are present, as well as why they are behaving in such a malevolent manner. Amy is even able to communicate with the spirits and help them move on.

"Deadly Promise - Chicago" is a fascinating look at the history of slavery and the way it has shaped the ghosts that haunt historic buildings today. The episode is a testament to the power of research and investigation, as Amy and Steve work to uncover the truth behind the mansion's malevolent spirits. Fans of paranormal investigation shows will find much to enjoy in this episode of The Dead Files.