Wonu Seventeen

The Seventeen Gods ... and fate

Losing his father to monsters at just seventeen, Axel had given up on hope—not until he runs into a portal and is thrust into Khaos Realm. There, he reawakens the legendary powers of the Thirteenth Inferno Hero. But with great power comes an even greater burden. Khaos is on the brink of collapse, and if its monsters and villains break free, Earth will be next. Guided by a mysterious voice, Axel must master his flames, battle powerful foes, and uncover the secrets of his past—all while facing enemies who have also reawakened, some as heroes… and others as villains. From the legendary Hero Academy to war-torn dimensions to the super City of Superpolis, Axel’s journey is just beginning. But standing in his way is a villain whose mere presence could shatter galaxies. And to make matters worse—this enemy knows Axel’s greatest weakness… one he hasn’t even discovered yet.

[WSA ENTRY 2025] In a world where power reigns supreme, Zoey Monroe was born with nothing. Labeled "Mana-less" in a society of Hunters, she was the stain on the prestigious Monroe Family, a shame to one of Sunrow City's most powerful bloodlines. Ridiculed, ostracized, and treated as less than human, Zoey endured years of scorn. Until one day, at seventeen, she made a choice—to leave it all behind. Six months later, struggling to make ends meet in the city, Zoey’s life takes an unexpected turn. After another grueling day at work, she returns home, only to witness a dungeon rift tearing open behind her apartment. Drawn by curiosity—and the desperate hunger for change—she steps inside. But the dungeon is merciless. Death looms over her, suffocating, inevitable... until— [Enough Mana Has Been Accumulated!] [Error! A mysterious system has already been bound to the host. Adjusting...] [Ding! Installing the A Hundred Times System!] In an instant, Zoey's fate is rewritten. From outcast to overpowered, from weakling to warrior—the path to greatness has begun. This is her story.

Strength is a pursuit that drives us all, though for vastly different reasons. Some seek it to shield their loved ones, to stand as an unshakable wall against the world's storms. Others crave it to solidify their dominance, clinging to power with an iron grip. And then some chase strength not for protection or control but for ambition—to carve their names into history through sheer might. Yet among all the reasons that compel one to grow stronger, none is more destructive or consuming than the thirst for revenge. This path is paved with pain and fueled by suffering, and in the end, it often leads not to triumph but to ruin. Alex, a seventeen-year-old boy, watched in helpless horror as his family and clan were slaughtered before his eyes by the Four Higher clans. Powerless, he had no choice but to run. But even as he fled, one thought burned into his soul, searing deeper with every heartbeat. They will pay. Every single one of them will pay. I don’t care if I have to sell my soul to the devil— They. Will. All. Pay. Let us journey with Alex on his journey for revenge, in a world of magic.

Jiang Li first met Liang Zhou Yue while she was uncomfortably dressed in a gown, hiding in his resting room to adjust her attire. Seeing him, she became so nervous that she couldn't pull up the zipper, her embarrassment palpable. That day, Jiang Li felt an unusual tug at his heartstrings and helped her with the zipper twice. Upon their next encounter, he was the campus prince, and she was everyone's darling. He played basketball on the field, while she, in her flowing dress, sat in her boyfriend's passenger seat. It was then that Jiang Li understood he had to see things through to the bitter end. To seize love forcefully, to take advantage of her vulnerability. After all, such a beautiful woman should naturally belong to him. Liang Zhou Yue never thought she would be liked by a man five years her junior. He was rebellious, cold, proud, and remote, but he always responded to her every request. On a hot summer day, Liang Zhou Yue was stopped by a downpour at the entrance of the teaching building, with swirling filthy water and sludge on the steps below. As she worried about how to return to her dorm, a man's rigid spine bent in front of her. Jiang Li's tone was always so languid, casually stirring distress: "Sister, I'm afraid you're scared. I especially came to carry you home today." In that moment, Jiang Li, who had never gotten close to a girl before, submitted to her before everyone.

Tan Rou only learned that she wasn’t the Tan family’s daughter when she was seventeen years old. She went from being a rich young lady to living in the slums. The parents she adored belonged to someone else, and this series of knockdowns was hard for a seventeen-year-old girl to accept. She wailed like a child for the sake of proving this was all a lie. The vicious words she spouted had hurt her biological family but she didn’t notice. She thought the Tan family was her real family despite them seeing her as an eyesore, and was even naive enough to want to befriend the Tan family’s real daughter, Tan Jing. Alas, the latter drugged her drink and arrange for a thug to rape her. Tan Jing even brought their classmates along to catch them in the act so Tan Rou was now tainted for life. After being reborn, she looked down at the man she was stepping on. Tan Rou swore not to be a useless wretch in this life or be bullied to death. She would stomp on those who wronged her and make it up to her real family. They wouldn’t have had to die tragically on the streets in the past life had it not been for her. Tan Rou turned completely evil after crawling back out of Hell. Everyone claimed that the real young lady was educated and talented, while the fake young lady was arrogant and incompetent. Tan Rou scoffed upon hearing this. She held back her brother from trying to stand up for her. “We have all the time in the world. Let’s just wait and see.” Just as everyone was waiting for Tan Rou to make a fool of herself… A top-class perfumer, a top scholar, a world champion… The fake young lady’s multiple identities kept getting exposed one after another, bumping her up to number one on the trending search, shocking the world. Wait, where was the promised humiliation?

Seventeen-year-old Rob was just your average high schooler, until a fateful encounter with the legendary Truck-kun sent him spiraling into another world. Not as a hero, but as a baby. Yes, a literal infant, reborn in a world where magic was as common as breathing. Reincarnated into the coastal town of Stoneport, a seemingly peaceful haven nestled within the mage-dominated Kingdom of Stratos, Rob found himself with a second chance at life. His new parents, retired adventurers – a powerful mage mother and a seasoned swordsman father – provided a loving home, unaware of the teenager trapped inside a baby's body, and the memories of a previous life he carried. But Rob knew. This wasn't some cosmic joke. This was a world of elemental magic: fire, water, earth, air, and the rarer cursed and holy magics. He learned of the warrior core, a path to strength through honed skill, not magic. He learned of the kingdoms: Stratos, the land of powerful mages; Lymhurst, the trading powerhouse of the plains; Fjordland, the mountainous land of faith; and the mysterious, desert-bound Astra Kingdom. As Rob grew, the echoes of his past life clashed with the burgeoning magical potential within him. He felt a strange resonance with the magic of this world, a feeling that hinted at a deeper connection. The quiet life of Stoneport, with its blend of maritime culture and subtle magic, couldn't hold him forever. The Royal Continent, with its powerful mages, shrewd traders, and hidden deserts, beckoned. Driven by an inexplicable yearning, a feeling that this reincarnation was more than just a second chance, Rob knew he had to answer the call. He had to uncover the secrets of his reincarnation, master the magic that pulsed through his veins, and find his place in this extraordinary new world. Little did he know, his arrival would shake the very foundations of the continent, and the truth of his origins would change everything.

[System Activation Complete] [Welcome, Host, to your new world.] [You died, and your soul has been transported into a new world.] [Mission Assigned: Build the Greatest Empire in This World] After a fatal accident, Aric awakens in a strange new world, now in the body of a seventeen-year-old half-elf with nothing but a shattered past. Abandoned by both humans and elves, he’s forced to survive alone in a dangerous forest. With no one to trust and nothing to his name. He awakens a mysterious system that gives him the mission to create the greatest empire. Aric takes up this task in other to survive, trying to make the greatest empire from scratch in this new world. Will he make it to the end other will this world swallow him.

Seventeen-year-old Sumit is an average boy leading a typical life until one day, he's inexplicably transported to a dense, unfamiliar jungle. Lost and desperate, he searches for any signs of civilization but soon realizes that he is in another world entirely—one devoid of humans. Instead, he encounters animals that walk on two legs and possess human-like qualities. In this strange new world, the animals adhere to a brutal belief that only the strong deserve to rule. Sumit tries to stay under the radar, but his plans change when he witnesses a tiger man harassing a cat girl who had previously shown him kindness. Unable to stand by, Sumit intervenes, sparking a series of events that will challenge his strength and resolve. As he fights his way through fierce battles and navigates complex power dynamics, Sumit begins to challenge the very foundation of this society. With courage and determination, he strives to prove that true strength lies not in dominance but in equality and compassion. Sumit’s journey is one of survival, leadership, and the quest to change the world for the better. But his story is just beginning, and the challenges he faces will test him in ways he never imagined.

Lex had everything—wealth, power & a legacy as a Third generation Hedge Fund Billionaire. But his world crash when his uncle Barnie Maddox, betrayed him, turning him into a scapegoat for Maddox Holdings’ financial schemes and years of lawsuits. Struggling bitterly until he died. Now, Lex wakes up in 2007, seventeen years old again, just months before the financial crash with full knowledge of the market’s collapse. Determined to rewrite history—for his family, for the legacy he lost. Release Rate: Coundown 30ish Chapters to ending of book4 BONUS: Every 10 collections +1ch (use +) Every Review +1ch (use +) Every Plot Suggestion +1ch (use+) SYMBOL: | Notes , -Edit

Samad and Kate were inseparable, their love pure and innocent, untouched by time. From childhood, they dreamed of a future far away from home, where fame and freedom would be theirs. But fate had other plans. At thirteen, Kate’s life was stolen in an instant—her laughter silenced, her dreams left unfinished. Samad was never the same. Grief consumed him, and the world became a blur of emptiness. He found solace in writing, pouring his pain into words, refusing to let Kate fade from his heart. Every year, he celebrated two birthdays—his and hers—as if keeping her memory alive could somehow bring her back. Then, at seventeen, he met Anna. Broken in her own way, she had once battled her own darkness, but she found a way out. She saw the weight Samad carried and tried to pull him back to the light. Through late-night conversations and shared pain, she became the first person to make him question if moving forward meant betrayal—or healing. Now, as he writes their story in 2025, Samad faces the hardest decision of all: Can he love again? Can he finally let go of the ghost of the girl he once promised forever? The Boy Who Loved a Ghost is a heart-wrenching tale of love, loss, and the long, painful road to healing.

PROLOGUE What will you do when love clashes head to head at first sight with a bold and ferocious command? This story highlights the life of Megara smith, a seventeen year old teenager who's life turned upside down when her father's business crashed down as a result of her mother's betrayal. She was bewildered thinking her mother would stay behind acting like the betrayal hadn't happened she tried to forgive her but her mother performed the worse of all by divorcing her father and taking his business money to run away with a young lover. She detest rich and wealthy people but admires her best friend and her knight in shining amour, Nathan Jones, who always stood up for her although rich he decides to enrol in a local community school. However, her life was about to take a chaotic turn when she came in contact with the Uriel Oman Jefferson, the youngest son of the Jefferson, one of the most powerful families in the UK. He is the leader of a popular boy's group known as the zealous although quite handsome he is an arrogant prick who would stop at nothing to achieve what he wants to succeed even at the detriment of his friends. His pride was insulted when he encountered Megara at the brookville mega cafe and convenience store while hanging out with his friends. She didn't seem to fear him frustrating him on the spot and raising a spiked itch in his heart. He prays not to encounter him ever again but two days she qualifies for a scholarship and enrols at the Royal Von high school. Shocking everyone including Uriel who had harboured a grudge over her display at the cafe with great resentment he cooks up a plan to eradicate her from the school but that doesn't work and eventually draws them closer to each other than glue. Meanwhile, Hugo Arnold the seventh grandson of the Arnold family and the second child of the Mr and Mrs Arnold, was also in love with Megara. He pleads on Uriel not to enact his wrath on her and vowed to stop at nothing to stop him feeling a sense of belongings he gets close to Megara who doesn't give him much attention as a lover but considers him a brother. The closer the relationship between Uriel and Megara the more drifty and angry he becomes threatening the brotherly love that exited between him and Uriel. The sad question is will he overcome the malicious intent in brimming in him or will he take the bait? This story is all about love,betrayal,fame, revenge,anger and the power of empathy and forgiveness.

WARNING: SEXUAL SCENES. What pure-blooded werewolve prince didn’t have a wolf and didn’t like his mate? In the Kingdom of Everia, Arielle Walsh, a seventeen-year-old girl, lived in a small town with her parents and sister. Arielle struggled to come to terms with her impending marriage, a compulsory tradition for all girls turning eighteen. Despite Arielle’s effort to conceal her unique white hair, it is eventually exposed, drawing unwanted attention to herself. What happens when Adrian Reynolds, the merciless werewolf King, sets his sights on her? But does not like her or care for her personally, instead it’s his wolf. He wanted nothing more than to find his other half. When he finally found her, he longed to engrave every part of her into his very being. He cared not for the color of her hair. He wanted her, and he would stop at nothing to have her!

Ten years ago, Earth was transformed by the sudden appearance of dungeons and monstrous threats, pushing humanity to the brink. As hope dwindled, some humans awakened superpowers, becoming known as STARS Warriors / Mages / Assassins / Healers / Tamers all kind of types. Among them was Shiro Shoto, an inventive genius whose technology empowered humanity's defense. Tragically, Shiro was murdered by the Nightfall Organization and his wife was feed demonic seed leving her in coma forever. Akira their seventeen years old boy, not an awakened witness the horror that had happened to his family. Consumed by vengeance, Akira embarks on a dark journey against the STARS and Nightfall, getting involved in matters beyond his imagination that could change the world forever.

Eighty years ago, an alien war broke out in Earth’s orbit. A powerful fugitive known as Tree was pursued by an extraterrestrial force. In the battle’s aftermath, the fugitive’s heart merged with Earth’s core, giving rise to a massive tree—marking the dawn of superpowers. Awakening. A phenomenon where humans gained extraordinary abilities. Seventeen years later, nearly everyone had awakened… except a few. Those who failed were called Rejecters, the lowest in society. Zane Carter was born into infamy. The son of a fallen superhero-turned-supervillain, he faced discrimination from birth. He dreamed of being a hero, but his father’s sins made him an outcast. Even after rigorous training, his Awakening failed. Rejected by the Hero Academy, ridiculed, and cast aside—his fate seemed sealed. Until one day… [SYSTEM ACTIVATED] Welcome, User. You have been selected as the recipient of the Borderline Supervillain-Slash-Hero System. Generate your first skill? Y/N With his newfound system, Zane is given a choice: become the hero they never wanted him to be… or the villain they always feared.

Seventeen-year-old Chronos, newly inheriting his family's time-keeping abilities, finds himself battling shadowy forces vying for control of time itself. His power to manipulate the past is both a gift and a dangerous weapon, thrusting him into a world of ancient secrets and relentless pursuit.

Wilhelm H. Agathon was seventeen when he was murdered beside a footbridge two streets away from his home. He chose that to be his grave, quite ironically, having no choice on it at all. “Destined” as he would put it. In an alternate world all too similar to this Earth, where sorcery has come along with evolution, fatalism should’ve been a thing of the past. But magic will always magically magic magical things. This short-story explores the dynamics of how the supernatural is a complex of experiences, magnificent and horrifying alike, on both the personal and societal scale.

**Contains Some Triggers - See Below** In a world where loyalty is everything, how do you know who to trust? At twelve years old, Alexis was taken in by the notorious Blackthorn gang after losing her family. Raised among criminals, she learned to suppress her softer side to survive in their harsh world. Now seventeen, she’s known as the Blackthorn Princess - a title that signifies both her belonging and the heavy price she’s paid for it. When an arranged marriage to Dillan, the son of a rival gang leader, is proposed to strengthen alliances, Alexis reluctantly agrees. But Dillan is not what he seems. Beneath his charming exterior lies the Phantom - a masked figure determined to destroy the Blackthorns from within, driven by a thirst for vengeance tied to his family’s tragic past. As Alexis and Dillan grow closer, their connection blurs the lines between love and betrayal. When secrets unravel and loyalties are tested, Alexis must decide where her true allegiance lies - with the family who raised her or the boy who’s stolen her heart. But in a world fuelled by revenge and power, love may not be enough to save them both.

Luna's life shatters with a single, whispered truth: her father was a werewolf. Seventeen-year-old Luna, a struggling student haunted by her mother's deathbed confession, discovers she's the illegitimate daughter of Damien Whitestone, the powerful CEO of MG Company—and a formidable Alpha. Driven by a desperate need to escape her crushing debt and a burning desire to uncover her hidden heritage, Luna infiltrates MG Company as a cleaner, stepping into a world of corporate wolves and primal instincts. But MG Company is more than just a tech empire; it's the heart of the Silverclaw Covenant, a powerful werewolf clan with a strict hierarchy and ancient traditions. As Luna navigates the treacherous waters of corporate intrigue, she encounters the enigmatic Kael and Raul, Damien's adopted sons, the rising force within the Covenant. Their paths collide in a whirlwind of suspicion and forbidden attraction, as Kael suspects Luna's human nature, and Luna desperately seeks her place. When Luna's true identity is revealed, she finds herself not welcomed, but challenged. The Alpha position, and with it, control of MG Company, is up for grabs, and Luna must prove her worth in the ancient "Crimson Moon Trials." With enemies lurking within the company's polished corridors and the dangerous trials ahead, Luna must embrace her newfound heritage and fight for her right to claim the Alpha title. But as she delves deeper into the Covenant's secrets, she uncovers a conspiracy that threatens to tear both the werewolf world and her forbidden love apart. In a city where power is the ultimate currency, Luna must decide: will she claim her legacy or choose to remain a secret?

** A Light Novel featuring a weak protagonist tasked with the impossible mission of saving a Virtual Reality world that has moved on without him. This post-apocalyptic sci-fi is brimming with drama, conspiracies, and action. ** As the Santa María spaceship travels the galaxy in search of a new home for humanity, all passengers must remain in cryosleep and log into The Novus, a Virtual Reality MMORPG designed to train the younger generation in building a civilized society. Not only is this place a utopia, but it’s also a fresh start for seventeen-year-olds Alan and Astrid, who have just started dating. "Life in The Novus will be awesome with you by my side!" But an emergency pulls Alan out of the system—a catastrophe that endangers the lives of the Santa María's population and their mission. What will he find when he returns? Three years have passed. Astrid has become one of the strongest warriors, and Alan... is now the weakest User in the virtual world. * *** ALSO AVAILABLE IN royalroad.com and scribblehub.com UNDER THE USERNAME 'REYEZWRITING'

Seventeen-year-old Laylah Le Croix has a rich father, mansion, and servants. Yet she is lonely and neglected. Her father would rather work than speak to her. At the academy she is bullied and mistreated. When Weres attempt to kidnap Laylah, she is saved by the mysterious Donil Silentshadow. Donil rouses feelings in Laylah that make her question her life and her father's animosity toward her handsome rescuer. Confused by these emotions, she seeks answers from those closest to her and is rebuffed. She must make a choice. Obey her father's edicts or follow her heart to learn the truth about her past.

Seventeen-year-old Grayson has endured a harrowing childhood, leaving him with a dark and twisted philosophy. Driven by this painful doctrine, he imposes his skewed beliefs on everyone and everything around him. His malevolent actions catch the attention of an ancient evil. This being, shrouded in darkness and legend, sees in Grayson the potential for a successor. Seeing Grayson's potential, the ancient evil begins to groom him for a destiny filled with darkness. As Grayson is drawn deeper into this sinister path, he must confront the shadows of his past and question whether he has the strength to defy his foretold fate. Theós, an ancient deity whose origins are lost in time, rules over all, instilling fear in those who know him. "If it is not withhin Theós' plan, it cannot be done!" Will Grayson succumb to the darkness within, fall under the rule of Theós, or find the courage to forge a different destiny? The battle for his soul has begun, and the outcome will determine the future of all those around him. I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com

"I told you not to touch me," Audrey said. "In front of people," He reminded her. Audrey could feel the smirk in his voice. ~~~ Audrey's seventeen years in the Grey Blood pack were like a caged animal. She lived each day dreading the next unexpected thing the Alpha could punish her for. Audrey tried hard to understand the mysterious dream she'd been having, but nothing made sense to her, she was lost. She wished to be freed from the Grey Blood pack, but she lost all hope of survival when she found herself locked and chained in the cold dark dungeon. She hated him, she cursed him as her blood drained from her. She was happy to die and go away from that monster-alpha. Audrey awoke in a magical world where she learned everything about herself, she cultivated herself to become the strongest wolf and witch alive. One item though, led her back to the last place she wanted to be. Alpha Aloha Lake ruled the Grey Blood pack, the largest and strongest pack in the States. He was known to be brutal, even the mafia feared him. Nothing or anyone bothered him, except one; the damned bitch Audrey. He hated her, and he would make her pay for her mother's sins. But he could not kill her...yet. Alpha Lake emotionlessly stared at Audrey's bleeding body that lay on the cold dungeon floor, he ordered his beta to dispose of her without a second thought. One year later the enemies met again. Will hatred be the only emotion they share? Could they resist the fatal attraction they felt for each other?

This is a work of fiction. About a seventeen year old girl named Veronica who is caught up with feelings for two cousins. Who will she choose between Hunter and Bryan? Do the both of them love her? Join Veronica as she takes this journey between the two cousins. *HUNTER BUSH* I remember when I first met her. She was hot and I wanted her. I didn't want anything serious with her. Just sex! But now I wish I cherished those moments. The thought alone that I might have had a chance is heartbreaking. *BRYAN KLEIN* Falling in love is both sweet and overwhelming at the same time. I am always thinking about her. Infact, she invades my thoughts almost every second of the day. I hope you will enjoy the story.

--WSA 2025 ENTRY-- Lucien grew up in poverty and didn't want much out of life. Maybe just a clean home and to spend the rest of his days in peace. However, at the age of seventeen he is forced to undergo the Awakening Tests, receiving the opportunity to become one of those acclaimed Awakened. With the opportunity to be part of that legendary group, he is transported to a magical world in ruins, where he faces terrible corrupted creatures in a battle for survival. Perhaps it was his luck, or his bad luck, that granted him a divine power to accompany him in this world full of dangers and mysteries.

Seventeen-year-old Lynx is kidnapped from Earth and transported to a mystical planet where magic reigns supreme. Unbeknownst to her, she possesses an extraordinary gift - the rare ability to wield all seven forms of magic, making her the Queen of Magic. As she navigates this unfamiliar world, she meets a mysterious boy who saves her from the clutches of demon kidnappers. Together, they embark on a perilous journey to unravel the secrets of her past and uncover her true identity. As they face formidable challenges and battle formidable foes, they discover an unbreakable bond between them. The boy, revealed to be her true soulmate, joins her on a quest to claim her rightful place as the ruler of the magical realm. With ancient prophecies, hidden temples, and magical creatures guiding them, Lynx must master her powers, confront her Destiny, and choose between her old life on Earth and her new one as the Queen of Magic. Will she find the courage to accept her true self and claim her throne, or will the forces of darkness prevail?

Millennia ago, the Archangel Azazel fell from grace, his halo lost until found by seventeen-year-old hacker Ethan Blade. The discovery transforms Ethan, thrusting him into a celestial battle alongside Gabriel, secretly the Archangel Gabriel. Amid a dystopian world dominated by oppressive technology, Ethan must master his new powers, face dark conspiracies within EarthCorp, and navigate deepening bonds of friendship and identity. Azazel's Halo is a gripping tale filled with hilarious, heartbreaking, and tender moments that will move readers to laughter and tears, exploring themes of transformation, courage, and the timeless struggle between good and evil.

The Age of Lords has ended—an era of bloody wars, conquest, and absolute power. What was once a world teeming with magical artifacts and tamed beasts has faded into a mere memory, replaced by what is now called the Age of Prosperity. But… will this peace last forever? In this ever-changing world, Agil, a seventeen-year-old boy, is preparing to embark on a perilous journey, where brutal battles against spiritual cultivators and magical beasts of various ranks await him. He has nothing but his determination and resolve in a world that shows no mercy to the weak. Will he survive this harsh path and achieve the impossible? Will he rise from the ashes and become one of the Lords? A figure standing at the very peak? … Or will he fall like countless others, just another forgotten memory lost in the depths of history?

Mellow, as in Melloriew was instructed to look after a young boy who was seventeen years younger than him. Although the two aren't blood related, words couldn't describe the bond they shared.

Seventeen-year-old Rin Asakura is tired. Tired of pretending, tired of hoping, and tired of waking up to another day that feels the same. On the surface, he is just another quiet student, drifting through high school unnoticed. But inside, he carries an unbearable weight—the fear of being forgotten, the pain of feeling useless, and the exhaustion of existing without purpose. His world is a cycle of loneliness and self-doubt, where every interaction feels like a performance. He used to believe things would get better, but now, he isn’t so sure. His only solace is in late-night walks, the quiet hum of the city, and the thought that maybe, just maybe, tomorrow won’t come. But then he meets Aoi, a girl who hides her own scars behind a bright smile. She seems untouchable, always laughing, always surrounded by people. Yet, Rin notices the way her hands tremble when she thinks no one is looking. And somehow, their paths keep crossing. As their fragile connection deepens, Rin starts to wonder—is it possible to share the weight of suffering? Or will opening up only make things worse? When the past comes crashing back and secrets unravel, Rin is forced to face the one question he’s been avoiding: Does he want to live, or does he just not want to die?