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Things We Don’t Talk About

——— I woke up to fingers running gently through my hair. At first, I thought I was dreaming, until the lullaby began. Low. Melodic. But wrong. It was that same language I'd heard through the walls, the one that makes your stomach twist and your teeth clench. She sat on the edge of my bed, I can’t see her face; it’s swallowed by the dark. But her hand keeps moving, slow and rhythmic, stroking my hair like she’s lulling something else to sleep. Her eyes are half-closed, swaying as she hums that twisted tune. And then I realize— I forgot to turn on my bedroom light before falling asleep. I kept my breathing slow and shallow, pretending to sleep. limbs screaming to move, to run, but something in me knows: Don’t let her know you’re awake. Don’t move. The singing stops. She sniffles. A choked, trembling sob leaks through her lips. She starts crying quietly, like she’s trying not to be heard. Like she’s afraid. “No...” she whispers, her voice cracking like a child’s. “He still dreams like a child… still soft…” I almost convince myself she’s sleep-talking— Until her hand suddenly tangles in my hair and pulls. I flinched and let out a sharp gasp. "Mama—!" She goes still. Her grip loosened… then shifts. Her fingers wrapped tightly around my trembling arms. Her face inches closer. I can smell her breath,..warm, wrong, too close. Her eyes are wide with terror. Her voice shakes as she hisses: “Don’t say anything." "Don’t say a word anymore.” I was too scared to speak. I couldn't even nod. She held me like that for a long, shuddering moment. Her breath was hot and ragged against my cheek. Her hands were too tight, like if she lets go, I’ll vanish. Her eyes darting around the room. Then, like a switch flipping, she goes completely still. "Mom?" I whispered, so softly it barely made a sound. She was at eye level with me. But she wasn't looking at me. She looked past me. Behind me.... No... no. It’s happening AGAIN. . This is not a safe novel. It's a collection of short, self-contained stories, each chapter unraveling a new descent, a different nightmare. Some stories are brief. Others not so. No heroes. No clean endings. Just answers that should have stayed buried. Read alone if you must. But don't say we didn't warn you. Reader Warning: This series contains psychological horror, disturbing imagery, death, and paranormal themes. Reader discretion is advised. Each chapter is a self-contained story, perfect for short, spine-tingling reads.
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Transmigration: Step Into The World of Books And Become The Strongest!

If there was an object that could grant any wish you wanted, what would you ask for? Most would ask for wealth and prosperity, while those who are sick would probably ask for health and safety. It sounds impossible, but what if something like that actually existed? ... Kirigaya Yuuya, a corporate slave, found himself in an unimaginable situation. After doing a good deed for a beggar, he was given a magical candy that supposedly granted wishes. At first, he dismissed it as nonsense, but when he jokingly wished to be reincarnated as the pathetic character Arthur Vanitas from a fantasy novel he had read, he was stunned to find that the wish had come true! Fear and panic set in as he realized the fate of Arthur Vanitas was a miserable one—he was nothing more than a stepping stone for the protagonist. Just as despair started to overtake him, a voice suddenly echoed in his mind. [Ding! The System of a Thousand Worlds is ready to assist you!] [By completing the challenges and missions in the selected book worlds, the system guarantees a change in your fate!] [Mission 1: Complete the world titled "Rise of the Unwanted Queen!"] [Reward: Mastery of the Five Elements Talent and other mysterious rewards.] [Mission 2: Complete the world titled "The Destruction of the World by the White Mage."] [Reward: ...] And with that, Yuuya's journey to change his fate began. ... #Note: This is not a villain novel where the main character defeats the protagonist at every turn. Instead, the story will focus on the main character's journey to complete missions by entering the worlds of the books he selects. While there will be tension between the main character and the protagonist, that conflict will unfold in later chapters. ... #Tags: #Adventure #Action #Romance #Comedy #System #Revenge #Noble #Magic #Dragon #Anti-Hero #Handsome-male-lead #Beautiful-female-leads #Kingdom #Yandere #Obsessive Character #Psychopath #Weak-to-strong #Harem #Academy #System
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