(Note: Inspired by real-world mystery mania like the Cicada 3301 puzzles—with a dash of Windows nostalgia.)
I need to make sure the story is self-contained and not too complicated. End with a resolution where the mystery is solved, maybe the link leads to an archive or a lost project. Also, include how Bitly was instrumental in spreading the message. Avoid technical jargon to keep it accessible. Make it a mix of nostalgia for Windows 7 and the modern tool Bitly. Maybe add some suspense and collaboration elements. Check for coherence and flow. Alright, let's draft it step by step.
And beneath it was a URL—shortened by Bitly.