Well, a 10 - minute long horror story can have elements like a cursed object. Maybe it's a doll that seems to move on its own or a mirror that shows things that shouldn't be there. Psychological horror elements are great too. You can make the main character doubt their own sanity. Flashbacks that reveal some dark secrets related to the current situation can also be included. For instance, if the story is set in an old hotel, a flashback about a murder that took place there long ago. And don't forget about the atmosphere. Using descriptions of the cold, damp air and the dim lighting can really set the mood for horror.