Thanks so much for playing and sticking it through to the end! I'm also really glad that you were curious about the ending and were able to interpret it! I wish I had left more clues so the story I planned could be more understandable and intriguing. I kind of fell into the "cryptic scary story" trap because I was really eager to release the game immediately after I had a working prototype.
This actually gives me enough to want to know more to be honest.
The true ending (which can only be the hardcore ending) is super interesting as its so different to what was presented in game.
Also love the art style!
Drop me a message if you ever release more information, would love to cover this in a video again.