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Naomi Payton

Breaking Shadows

In a world where some people seem to have it all—success, love, and happiness—there are others who struggle endlessly, trapped in cycles of failure, pain, and disappointment. This is the story of Naomi, a woman in her 30s, a single mother of two, who believed that the darkness in her past had cursed her future. Despite all her efforts, life seemed to work against her. Failed businesses, heartbreaks, betrayals, and endless struggles haunted her, while her peers moved forward in life. But when she turned to God and Jesus Christ, she discovered a truth more powerful than any generational curse: faith, redemption, and divine breakthrough. Her rise was so dramatic that people around her couldn’t believe it. Whispers spread—Had she joined a secret cult? Had she sold her soul for success? Naomi’s battle was far from over, but this time, she had God on her side. Naomi had always felt like she was running a race she was never meant to win. It didn’t matter how hard she tried, how many prayers she whispered at night, or how many times she picked herself up after failure—life seemed determined to hold her back. It wasn’t just bad luck. It felt like a force beyond her control, an unseen hand that slammed every door in her face. Growing up, Naomi had witnessed the strange rituals of her parents—chants whispered at midnight, strange objects buried in their backyard, warnings about spirits and unseen forces that required sacrifice. Her mother had called it "ancestral protection," but Naomi had always felt uneasy. As she grew older, she distanced herself from their practices, but the weight of their legacy followed her. No matter how much she prayed, no matter how hard she worked, nothing ever seemed to go right. At 34, she found herself staring at the peeling walls of her tiny apartment, eviction notices piling up on the counter. Her two children, blissfully unaware, slept in the next room. She had tried everything—jobs, businesses, relationships—yet every effort crumbled before her eyes. Meanwhile, her friends and former colleagues thrived. They bought houses, traveled the world, and celebrated promotions while she struggled just to survive. She had begun to believe what she feared most: She was cursed. The thought haunted her, pressing on her chest like a weight she couldn’t lift. If her parents had invited something dark into their lives, had it attached itself to her? Had she inherited a battle she never chose? Desperate, Naomi dropped to her knees on the cold floor. Tears blurred her vision as she whispered a prayer she had never spoken so earnestly before. "God, if You’re real… if You’re listening… help me. Break this curse. I can’t do this anymore." For the first time, the silence didn’t feel empty. It felt like something—or Someone—was listening. And that was the moment everything changed.
Petra_Bockle · 2.1K Views

Alpha's blood:He becomes obsessed with his vampire bride

And then I feel his nose on my neck as he nuzzles me, with the tip of his fingers tracing where my tattoo is supposed to be on the nape of my neck. I try to push him away,I really do but it feels like he is just too strong or my other senses have been weakened. "I want to see you" he says bitting my already red and sensitive ear tip I force myself to keep my eyes open and my mouth shut to close off whatever strange sound was about to come out of it. "I...I....you ...are..." And he moves away and I almost grumble from the loss of contact That bastard It is true that the enemity between the weres, vampires and witches have lasted for centuries,with the weres playing a vital role in the witches endangerment, hence raising questions at the birth of this child however if the claims are true it would be unwise to terminate a possible chance at upholding peace with the witches. "The devil will tell you nine truths so that you will believe one lie" ~Shannon Mayer, Shadowed threads *7 years ago* The rain is pouring heavily and without caution the sky lightens up followed by thunderous boomings, the scent of the earth is clean and fresh and my path is barely visible but that doesn't stop me from moving on. The heavy drops of rain as stones doesn't stop me and the painful slashes of leaves across my face doesn't stop me either. The cuts of slabs and shells on my bare feet doesn't stop me and the angry gust of wind doesn't stop me either. I'm drenched but I barely feel it ,I keep on walking on this beach like field and finally I spot it.... The old and scary looking cottage. How it still stands amazes me but that's not why I'm here And just like every other time,the rain abruptly stops and the sun brings forth her warmth with a smile and the hustling and bustling of nature returns ,the chirping of birds resumes the sound of swooshing waves can be heard and all of this ..... Happens only when she begins singing "Black bird, black bird, come to me, My sweet darling, my heart's ecstasy. The wind is whispering secrets in my ear, Of a freedom waiting, beyond this drear...." Never have I ever heard a voice so sweet it drips honey. A voice that beckons the trees to sway their stems and leaves to it's tune. A voice that sounded like the mother of creation. The voice of earth herself. Slowly I make my way into the cottage and I find her in the same spot I've always had. Her back to me as she sits on a dressing table brushing her thick and long red hair with a calm and alluring glow. A beauty She appears to be the only presence of life in the seemingly dead room. I walk closer to her till I'm at arms length "...Your wings so fragile yet strong and free..." I believe she feels my presence when she stops singing then drops the brush on the table and with a sweet smile causing her doe eyes to brighten, gestures for me to sit down as she rises with a grace I would never be able to posses not even in a lifetime. I do as she directed and take her position on the stool and she picks up the brush and begins dressing my hair. I look into the mirror in front of which we ceremoniously sit as our images can not be reflected. "Why won't you just let me help you?" I ask trying to turn to face her but she keeps me in place with a hand on my shoulder. I sigh in defeat. "What are you going to teach me today?" She pauses for a while. "Nothing" her whisper barely audible. "Tell me something...... I'm not the only one who knows about you,am I?" She resumes brushing. "What did you see?" "Who did I see?" I retrieve the brush from her and place it on the table I turn to look at her same time she turns and walks to the bed to sit "Nothing here is real,love" "Is he the reason you're trapped here?" "Like you he's one of the reasons I want to get out " "Does he know he's my dad?"
Naomi_Baba_6795 · 563 Views

The Girl He Promised to Protect

Lana Kang, a high school senior, unwittingly becomes a witness to a brutal murder that shatters her world. The victim's cold-blooded demise leaves Lana with unanswered questions and a mounting desire to clear her own name. In her pursuit of truth, Lana's dearest friend, Naomi Jang, gets entangled in the web of violence, ultimately paying the ultimate price. The murder is hushed up, buried alongside Naomi's haunting suicide, leaving Lana burdened with untold secrets. Fifteen years later, Lana returns, compelled by an insatiable need to unearth the forgotten fragments of her memory surrounding Naomi's tragic end. As she unravels the past, Lana stumbles upon a sinister underworld rife with hostility and hidden agendas. To her astonishment, Lana discovers that Samuel Jin, her childhood confidant, has survived the darkness that tore their lives apart. Meanwhile, Jason Bak emerges, promising a love and protection that surpasses Samuel's. Alongside them is Jerry Chon, an enigmatic psychiatrist dedicated to untangling the nightmares haunting Lana's amnesiac mind. With each revelation, Lana grapples with her haunted past and faces a daunting choice. Can she reclaim her shattered life once the truth is laid bare? Who can she trust amidst the shifting alliances and hidden motives? In a relentless pursuit of justice, Lana confronts her deepest fears, traverses treacherous paths, and unveils the true face of evil. Her decisions will shape her destiny and ripple through the lives of those she holds dear. Brace yourself for an enthralling tale of lost innocence, seeking redemption, and the unwavering determination of a young girl fighting to reshape her own destiny.
Min_Jee · 19.6K Views

werewolf verdict

*Story Premise:* In the small village of Ashwood, 22-year-old Lena Grant discovers that she's a direct descendant of the ancient Moonblood clan, a powerful family of werewolves who once ruled over the land. As Lena navigates this new world of supernatural creatures and ancient magic, she finds herself drawn to Ryker, a mysterious and brooding werewolf who's sworn to protect her from the forces of darkness that seek to destroy her. *Chapter Summaries:* - Chapter 1: "Full Moon Rising" introduces Lena Grant, a young apprentice healer who lives in the village of Ashwood. As the full moon rises, Lena encounters a mysterious stranger named Ryker, who warns her of an ancient curse that threatens to destroy the village. - Chapter 2: "Moonlit Encounter" finds Lena and Ryker facing off against a pack of rogue werewolves who seek to destroy Lena and claim the village for themselves. As they fight for their lives, Lena begins to realize that she has a special connection to the supernatural world. - Chapter 3: "Primal Awakening" sees Lena and Ryker fleeing from the rogue werewolves, who are determined to destroy them. As they journey deeper into the forest, Lena begins to experience strange and terrifying transformations, hinting at a deeper connection to the werewolf world. - Chapter 4: "Ancient Heritage" reveals that Lena is a direct descendant of the ancient Moonblood clan, a powerful family of werewolves who once ruled over the land. As Lena struggles to come to terms with her newfound heritage, she finds herself drawn to Ryker, who's sworn to protect her from the forces of darkness. - Chapter 5: "Shadowy Pursuers" finds Lena and Ryker on the run from a pack of shadowy pursuers who seek to destroy them. As they journey deeper into the forest, Lena begins to realize that she has a special connection to the natural world, and that she may hold the key to unlocking the secrets of the werewolf world. - Chapter 6: "Primal Awakening" sees Lena experiencing a series of terrifying and exhilarating transformations, as she begins to tap into her latent werewolf powers. As she struggles to come to terms with her newfound abilities, she finds herself drawn to Ryker, who's sworn to protect her from the forces of darkness. - Chapter 7: "Shadowy Pursuers" finds Lena and Ryker facing off against a pack of shadowy pursuers who seek to destroy them. As they fight for their lives, Lena begins to realize that she has a special connection to the supernatural world, and that she may hold the key to unlocking the secrets of the werewolf world. - Chapter 8: "Midnight Revelation" sees Lena and Ryker stumbling upon an ancient monument that holds the key to unlocking the secrets of the werewolf world. As they explore the monument, Lena begins to realize that she has a special connection to the ancient magic that flows through the land. - Chapter 9: "Midnight Revelation" finds Lena and Ryker facing off against a pack of rogue werewolves who seek to destroy them. As they fight for their lives, Lena begins to realize that she has a special connection to the supernatural world, and that she may hold the key to unlocking the secrets of the werewolf world. *Overall Story Arc:* The story follows Lena Grant, a young apprentice healer who discovers that she's a direct descendant of the ancient Moonblood clan, a powerful family of werewolves who once ruled over the land. As Lena navigates this new world of supernatural creatures and ancient magic, she finds herself drawn to Ryker, a mysterious and brooding werewolf who's sworn to protect her from the forces of darkness. Together, they must face off against a pack of rogue werewolves who seek to destroy them, and uncover the secrets of the ancient magic that flows through the land. Here is the completed synopsis: As Lena and Ryker delve deeper into the mysteries of the werewolf world, they must confront their own dark pasts and the secrets that have haunted their families for generations. With the rogue werewolves
Naomi_Naomi_345 · 2.4K Views

Tomodachi

In Tomodachi, Motosaki Izuna, an 18-year-old American-Japanese military child, transfers to the prestigious Matsugaya High in Japan, eager to reconnect with his roots and finish his final year of high school. Little does he know, his arrival coincides with the onset of a sinister curse—the Tomodachi Curse—an ancient evil that thrives on the bonds of friendship. As Motosaki reunites with his childhood best friend, Aisha Ayami, he quickly forms close ties with Aisha and her four friends: the shy but insightful Rebecca Haruna, the fiery and competitive Emma Chisaka, the serene yet fragile Otsuki Nagagami, and the proud, wealthy Naomi Suzuki. While the group enjoys their time together, a hidden darkness looms. The Tomodachi, a vengeful yokai spirit, preys on the girls’ relationships, driving them to betray one another in a twisted quest for love. Motosaki soon discovers that he is entangled in a deadly game: to break the curse, he must identify the true Tomodachi before the Matsugaya Festival on December 20th. Each wrong choice results in the brutal erasure of a girl from existence, leaving Motosaki in a cycle of despair as he is repeatedly thrust back in time with no memory of the girls he lost. As he delves deeper into the mystery, Motosaki confronts the chilling nature of the Tomodachi Curse and the darkness it brings out in his friends. With each iteration, he grows more determined to save them, piecing together clues and forming new bonds while battling the mounting psychological terror. However, as the curse intensifies, the Tomodachi becomes bolder, taunting Motosaki with haunting memories and manipulating his perceptions of friendship and love. In a desperate bid to save his friends and end the torment once and for all, Motosaki must navigate a treacherous path filled with heartbreak and sacrifice. As the festival approaches, he faces a harrowing choice: risk losing everything by confronting the Tomodachi directly or accept his own tragic fate in an effort to secure a happier ending for those he loves. -------------- To all who know what my novel Shokyo is, this is a reimagined version of my first horror/thriller story, Shokyo! I hope you enjoy this spooky book for the up coming spooky season!
Aisuru_Reborn · 11.9K Views
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