Omori Reverie

Frozen Reverie In a world where fate intertwines past and present, Hyun and Yuna find themselves drawn together once again. Years ago, a tragic accident shattered Hyun’s memories, leaving behind only fleeting fragments of a love he once knew. Now, as their paths cross at a campus festival, he feels an unexplainable connection to Yuna—a warmth that transcends time. As Hyun struggles to piece together his past, Yuna is caught between the man she once cherished and the stranger he has become. Can love truly be rewritten, or are they destined to lose each other once more? A tale of love, fate, and second chances—where frozen memories may just thaw into something even more beautiful.

Monsoon Reverie is a story about finding freedom in the most unexpected of places. Aarav, a young architect caught up in the pressures of proving himself, has always lived his life according to a strict plan. But everything changes when he meets Mira, a woman who seems to live in the moment, dancing through the pouring rain as though nothing else matters. In the chaos of a Mumbai monsoon, Mira shows Aarav that sometimes, the best thing you can do is let go and embrace what life throws at you. As their paths cross in this storm, Aarav discovers a new way of living—one that’s full of risk, beauty, and, maybe, love. Monsoon Reverie is a gentle reminder that sometimes, the most beautiful things in life come when you stop trying so hard to control them.

Notice: Due to the Author suffering from pneumonia and getting hospitalized, update will be put on hold for 1 or 2 weeks. After falling into a coma while undergoing the treatment of his sickness, Fluffy Sleepyhead learn from the Goddess Visare that his soul is being summoned to another world, the world of Reverie. However, he is not being summoned to be a hero and save the world of Reverie. His soul is being summoned to be a part of a hideous experiment that aims to replicate the Sacred Hero Summoning Ritual using the broken fragments of the Hero's Sword. Follow his adventures as he confront the darkness of different events involving the Hero's Sword fragments and complete his mission given by the Goddess Visare to fulfill his wish. ...A mission to gather all the Hero's Sword fragments and return it to the Goddess' Realm... ...A promise to return his soul in his origin body and heal him from his sickness... ...An adventurer within the darkness of the light to remember who he is... [Goddess' Assassin System] [Mode (+0)] [Life (+0)] [Mana (+0)] [Status (__)] [STR (+0), AGI (+0), VIT (+0), DEX (+0), INT (+0)] [Element: FIRE (+0), WIND (+0), LAND (+0), WATER (+0), LIGHT (+0), DARK (+0)] [Combat Power (+0)] [Rank (+0)]

300 years ago, when the world plunge into chaos and demon kings threatened to conquer the world. A lone hero stood in their way, fighting against evil and protecting humanity. However, just as when the world needed him the most and the fight against the demons reached its peak, he hid his tails and ran away in cowardice, leading the world to fall at the hands of the demon kings. Many years later, Lein, obsessed with the story of the heroes and villains from the past but at the same time loathing the now called "Foolish Failed Hero" entered a state of awakening upon receiving a vision, and amidst all this, a strange, mysterious entity spoke to him. Granting him of his outmost desire.

(Omori inspired Novel) parental warnings for sensitive topics contains topics as mental health, illnesses, depression and self harm, be advised Oreiha is a 16 year old girl who lives alone in a two story house. For 3 years she has skipped school and locked herself inside her home due to a traumatic event that happened in her life. In the midst of trauma and depression, to alleviate this feeling she escapes to an alternative universe which is just a figment of her imagination living her ideal life. But after running away for so long, the truth and trauma will eventually catch up with her and bite her. Will she accept reality or continue living with the guilt in her dreams?

Sometimes, God has chosen the right path for you, but you go against it... ~~ Isabel was a commoner living in the village of the kingdom of Valaraeth, a place where dragons roamed the skies, high and mighty. These untouchable heavenly beings could only be ridden by the royal family and nobles. "Is it not unfair?" she would muse, her pretty eyes shining with awe and enthusiasm whenever she saw a dragon flying over her village. She yearned to be with them, to touch them, and to ride across the beautiful world on their backs. Her dream came true when she discovered she was a royal—the youngest daughter of the King of Valaraeth. But every pretty dream came with a price, one she neglected to consider in her hopeful reverie. Taken to the palace, Isabel's life seemed perfect: beautiful dresses, elder royal siblings, and a loving queen mother. But the facade shattered when she learned the truth—their cruel and twisted personalities lay hidden beneath their beautiful masks. Every member of the royal family had a dragon bonded to them by blood in childhood. Her dragon was the youngest of the Emberstorm clan, an ancient lineage of fire dragons. Isabel was the first in a hundred centuries to be chosen by a fire dragon, sparking jealousy and hatred from everyone. ~~~ Excerpt: "I, Scorvius Drá Ashéncrest XII, Sovereign of Valaraeth, hereby sever all ties between the 6th Princess Isabel Drá Ashéncrest of Valaraeth and the esteemed lineage of Ashéncrest. Let it be known across our realm that she stands alone, stripped of her birthright, for she has committed an unforgivable sin—the slaying of her own dragon, the last dragon of the proud Emberstorm lineage." With solemn resolve, the king decreed her fate, yet Isabel remained unmoved. Her thoughts were consumed by the haunting memory of her dragon's final breath. She found herself thrust upon the platform of condemnation, judged in the unforgiving gaze of the assembled court, denied the chance to plead her case or offer explanation.

Caspian Harkin awakens to a world of magic, reborn into a life shaped by sorrow and struggle. In a world where grimoires hold power and destiny is carved into the soul, he bears a mark unlike any other—the Crest of Death, a force both feared and unknown. As rivalries ignite and unseen forces move in the shadows, Caspian is thrust into a conflict far greater than himself. Bound by fate, hunted by those who seek his power, and torn between what is right and what must be done—his path is one of endless battles, painful choices, and a truth buried deep within history. In a world teetering on the edge of change, will he rise… or will he be consumed by the darkness that follows him?

Izumi, a teenager living an ordinary life, is suddenly introduced to a new world—one that exists in his own, yet remains unknown. After forming a contract with an unknown girl, he embarks on a journey of life and death. Together, they must fight to help the girl achieve her dream. However, they must do this without letting anyone on Earth catch a glimpse of their mission. Will they succeed, or succumb to defeat? --------

In the cosmic realm of Aetheris, a war between the goddess Queen Aselia and God King Idon shatters the universe's balance. To restore harmony, Aselia sacrifices her essence, imbuing it into a prophesied elf child, Seira Xilsys, in the human realm of Koralith. Born amidst chaos, Seira's peaceful life is soon turned upside down when forces seek to control her latent divine power. Haunted by loss, Seira embarks on a journey to uncover a reason worth surviving for and discover her true heritage, to harness her abilities and heal a broken world torn between gods and mortals.

By some horrible luck, the god of luck accidentally causes her death. But not to worry, the god was kind enough to give her a new existence. Taking the place of the young noble lady, Magnolia, who died by poisoning. She has to hold on to her sanity while messing with divine gifts, all while securing a husband as is expected of her. And whoever poisoned the original Magnolia is still at large.

A man from the past was mysteriously transported to a dystopian future in the year of 2147 A.D. Trying to survive without identity was tough in this age, while every opportunity known to man of past were no more. Instead countless risky job in the morally grey areas presented itself before him. Would he choose to become a punk or will he be able to overcome the inherent flaw of the futuristic society? Follow him as he navigated through the hostile environment as a simple guy or was he?

"Jack finds himself trapped in his ex-girlfriend’s dark, twisted favorite novel, knight—a world teetering on the brink of ruin. As he navigates the treacherous lands, cryptic prophecies, and enigmatic characters, Jack must uncover the secrets buried within the story to rewrite its grim fate. With every step, the shadow of the novel's apocalyptic ending looms closer, forcing him to face a chilling question: is he the key to saving this world—or the catalyst for its destruction?" this story also will be published on Royalroad.

There is a game called [Cradle's Reverie]. And I seem to have transmigrated into it.

In a multiverse teetering on the brink of collapse, Kael Ardyn, a young wanderer, stumbles upon a shard of unimaginable power—a fragment of the Prime Echo, the heart of the Nexus that once bound countless realms in harmony. The shard grants him access to the chaotic energies of Resonance, but its power comes with a heavy price: every use brings him closer to unraveling what little balance remains. Pursued by factions with conflicting goals—the zealous Spiral Choir, the enigmatic Reverie Collective, and the ruthless Silent Path—Kael is thrust into a high-stakes conflict. Each faction seeks control of the shards, claiming they alone can restore the Nexus or reshape it to their will. As Kael struggles to master the shard’s volatile power, he encounters Aeris Saelin, a wandering bard with a sharp tongue and a veiled past, whose knowledge of Resonance may hold the key to his survival. Together, they navigate treacherous realms, uncover ancient Stabilizers that once sustained the Nexus, and face the shadowy remnants of the Prime Echo itself—fragments that speak cryptic truths about the Nexus’s fate. But Kael soon realizes the greatest threat may not lie in the factions hunting him or the monstrous Resonance beasts stalking the realms. Instead, it may be within himself: the shard’s voice grows louder with every battle, its will increasingly at odds with his own. As the Nexus deteriorates further, Kael is forced to confront impossible choices. Will he sacrifice everything to restore balance, even if it means destroying himself—or will he succumb to the shard’s power and risk plunging the multiverse into irreversible chaos? The Nexus Requiem blends high-concept fantasy, multiversal intrigue, and layered character drama into an epic tale of survival, betrayal, and self-discovery. With every decision, Kael’s journey reveals not only the truth behind

Author : Shivansh Tiwari In a village, a young boy and his family live in a world filled with wars, chaos, and insecurity. No place is free from conflict, according to villagers and books. The boy dreams of finding a peaceful place and desires freedom. He doesn't want to be controlled by the ruling party. Despite his dreams, nobody believes him. But When King Thassalor shatters his family and dreams, the boy's heart ignites with revenge. Tragically, his parents are killed in front of him. The boy, too small to handle weapons, decides to seek revenge. His first target is the king who caused his family's death. Determined to escape a tough world of oppression, he starts a surprising journey to find Verdeland Which He dreamt About.

In a world where ancient rulers known as Archons once wielded unimaginable power, a legendary figure named Aeonith falls in battle, sacrificing everything to protect his realm from chaos. The gods, hungry for destruction, believed they had extinguished his light forever. But fate has a twist. Aeonith is resurrected as Zaryth, a seemingly ordinary 16-year-old boy from a prestigious family entwined with darkness. With only fragmented memories of his past life, Zaryth struggles to navigate his new reality, where he is seen as "good for nothing" due to his small mana core. As he grapples with his identity, Zaryth learns of a devastating secret: his twin sister, Ruby, a gifted magician with unmatched potential, has vanished. Driven by a desperate need to uncover the truth and reunite with her, Zaryth embarks on a perilous journey filled with cryptic clues and dark forces that lurk in the shadows. But the path is fraught with challenges. As Zaryth confronts the remnants of his former life, he discovers that unlocking the Archon within him may be the key to his survival—and the salvation of the world. With every step he takes, the boundaries between dreams and reality begin to blur, and Zaryth finds himself caught in a web of intrigue that could unravel the very fabric of existence. Can he rise to the occasion and embrace his destiny, or will the darkness that once sought to destroy him consume him once more? The answers lie hidden in the whispers of the past and the mysteries of the future, waiting to be unveiled.

Sigue la aventura de Ray por el mundo de danmachi mientras se enfrenta a diversos desafíos con su suerte y su espada. Todos los personajes, escenarios y conceptos de la serie Danmachi son propiedad intelectual de Fujino Omori, además de los otros diversos elementos son propiedad de sus respectivos autores, a excepción del OC. Nota de autor: 1- Es mi primera obra, la escribo desde mi teléfono, ténganme paciencia, cualquier error de ortografía coméntenlo y lo arreglaré en la brevedad posible. 2- actualmente estudio lo cual me quita mucho tiempo, así que publicaré un capítulo cada que pueda de entre 2000 a 3000 palabras (más si me siento inspirado).

In the city of Duskfall, where darkness weaves its own narrative, a man known only as Blackthorn prowls the night with a reputation that strikes terror into the hearts of both the law-abiding and the criminal. With a face shrouded in mystery and a past buried in the shadows, Blackthorn is a mastermind who orchestrates chaos for his own enigmatic motives. As the city succumbs to a rising underworld, a relentless detective named Valeria becomes fixated on unmasking the elusive Rogue Reverie, the moniker whispered in fear by those who cross paths with Blackthorn. Unbeknownst to her, the lines between justice and villainy blur as Blackthorn's actions reveal a twisted sense of morality that challenges her understanding of right and wrong. As the city teeters on the edge of anarchy, Blackthorn's past resurfaces, intertwining with a prophecy that foretells his pivotal role in the city's fate. Unveiling layers of betrayal, redemption, and forbidden magic, "Deceptive shadows: Eclipsed fate" is a high-staked tale that explores the complex psyche of a male lead villain navigating the fine line between hero and antihero. In a city where shadows birth legends and villains, Blackthorn's enigmatic journey unfolds, leaving a trail of questions that can only be answered in the clandestine realms of the rogue's reverie.

Cordelia is overjoyed as her favorite novel comes to a close with a staggering 2000 chapters, but just as she is about to read the last chapter that would unveil the mysterious plot, tragedy strikes and, in a twist of fate, she dies. She opens her eyes in an unfamiliar place but finds her mouth closed by an oxygen mask as her vision turns blurry once again. Before she can comprehend anything, she is thrust down the stairs but is mystically teleported out in the so-called 'Summoning Process'. "What? This is the world of 'The Mary Sue's Secret Lover'!!!!!!" She screamed as soon as she comes to her senses. —————————— Excerpt- Cordelia, after accepting the gripping reality that she has been transmigrated as an extra fated to die into her favorite novel, is determined to stay alive and live her life to the fullest. 'Don't worry, I will make sure that they pay for what they did to you', she promised the original Cordelia. "Sign this," demanded the cold voice of the man in front of her, also bringing her out of her reverie. Heir of the Bayer Clan, Juder Bayer, a billionaire, single, and not interested in having a woman in his life. "A marriage contract?" Cordelia voiced rhetorically as she perused the contract. "Alright," she signs it while inwardly thinking, 'This is my best bet to survive'. Yet right when she talks about divorce, she finds herself unable to continue. "Divorce? Who said you could leave, woman?" He domineeringly mocks her, pushing her to the bed. She finds herself at a crossroads, questioning his actions. Just… Why is this unlucky star of a cold husband trying so hard to chase her? Stop sucking my life force already! Our marriage is only a contract! I want to divorce! —————————— As a newbie author whose first language isn't english, I hope you all can forgive my mistakes and help me improve with your feedback!! PS: The FL will be fierce, not just in front of other but also the ML. She wouldn't blush just coz she got pushed at he wall by a handsome man!! That's a no go!! Nor will she stand for idiots and would much rather find the truth than trust others! And since I hate misunderstanding, angst, and a lot of things, be ready for a roller coster ride if you sign up for reading this novel. It's going to be a fun ride!! ///////////////////////////////////// The cover is AI-generated. I am new to this, so any help and advice is much appreciated. Also, this is my entry to the Cupid Quill contest, so any support is much appreciated!!

I am here in my favorite spot.. Dipping my feet knee-deep the sea water from the dike.. In deep reverie as I glance unto the horizon in front of me. Is this serenity or anguish? Deafening silence every after splash of water unto the cemented concrete.. I look around languidly as a tear threats to travel from my eyes down my cheek.. The moon shines in its full glory by now.. Its magnificence covers all surfaces in vivid glow and sparkle.. But not my thoughts. My head is raging with unpleasant thoughts and I am feeling utterly worthless! I look up to the sky.. Stars doomed as outcasted by the moonlight. Why do I feel like I am one of the many stars tonight? Feeling so powerless under the same moon. Someone is always better than me.. Someone is always worthier than me.. A tear triumphantly glides down my left cheek.. Would there be a single person who won’t ever give up on me in this life? Everyone seems to be leaving me behind. Would there be someone who won’t ever leave me? Like my family did. I wipe my tears as I continue admiring the prowess of the moon, hoping for whatever miracle, whoever deity is the moon for me to behold.. I held my chest as I feel undeniable pain of incompleteness deep in my heart.. I have been searching my place of home for so long.. I needed to find my rest. I solemnly wish.. I want to be loved truly, deeply and everlastingly. I looked up the moon one last time and hoped fervently. Truthfully, Amara

Raizen, a old and powerful vampire wakes up from his long slumber. Nearly two hundred years have passed. The whole world is playing the first fully immersive VR game 'Reverie'. Finding this new era interesting, the bored vampire enters the VR game Reverie. ... Hmm why is my race the Bane of all Vampires in the game? Why is a human girl keep on following him and asking him to convert her into a vampire? Why is a little guy following him calling him Great Ancestor? Why does the Assasins guild want him to become their leader even though he killed their Assasins? Were humans always so weird? Cover doesn't belong to me

In "Enchanted Dreamworld," readers are transported to a place where imagination reigns supreme, where the line between what is real and what is imagined becomes beautifully blurred. Prepare to be swept away in a tale that celebrates the limitless power of the human mind and the transformative nature of embracing the world within our own imagination.

I still don’t know what to call this story. What I do know it that this is all fiction and to pass time(I don’t own the art, I searched on google)

A Chronicle of a Sojourn Through the Enchanted Land of Yggdrasil. Come, journey with me to the mystical realm of Yggdrasil, where enchantment and reverie hold sway over all. Welcome to the world of my Novel. This is the travel records of my journey within the Novel, King Dragonheir. Here, in a world where the primacy of the elves is threatened by a demonic incursion and the doom of the end of times looms ever closer, our original valiant protagonist must navigate a landscape where technology has progressed to unimaginable heights and the very essence of magic flows freely. Yet, amidst the danger and uncertainty of this wondrous realm, my most pressing concern is one of survival. For I find myself faced with the most formidable foe: the ultimate darkness that lies beyond death. Join me now, as we delve into this tale of fortitude and perseverance, as our hero strives to overcome the odds and emerge victorious against the shadows that threaten to consume him while me, His creator, Will try to survive as a spectator.

IS IT WRONG TO TRY TO PICK UP GIRLS IN A DUNGEON? FAMILIA CHRONICLE: Episode Lyu FUJINO OMORI Translation by Dale DeLucia Cover art by NIRITSU This book is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents are the product of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual events, locales, or persons, living or dead, is coincidental. DUNGEON NI DEAI WO MOTOMERU NO WA MACHIGATTEIRUDAROUKA FAMILIA CHRONICLE episode RYU Copyright © 2017 Fujino Omori Illustrations copyright © 2017 NIRITSU All rights reserved. Original Japanese edition published in 2017 by SB Creative Corp. This English edition is published by arrangement with SB Creative Corp., Tokyo in care of Tuttle-Mori Agency, Inc., Tokyo. English translation © 2018 by Yen Press, LLC Yen Press, LLC supports the right to free expression and the value of copyright. The purpose of copyright is to encourage writers and artists to produce the creative works that enrich our culture. The scanning, uploading, and distribution of this book without permission is a theft of the author’s intellectual property. If you would like permission to use material from the book (other than for review purposes), please contact the publisher. Thank you for your support of the author’s rights. Yen On 1290 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10104 Visit us at yenpress.com facebook.com/yenpress twitter.com/yenpress yenpress.tumblr.com instagram.com/yenpress First Yen On Edition: June 2018 Yen On is an imprint of Yen Press, LLC. The Yen On name and logo are trademarks of Yen Press, LLC. The publisher is not responsible for websites (or their content) that are not owned by the publisher. Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Names: Ōmori, Fujino, author. | Niritsu, illustrator. | Yasuda, Suzuhito, designer. | DeLucia, Dale, translator. Title: Is it wrong to try to pick up girls in a dungeon? familia chronicle episode Lyu / Fujino Omori ; illustration by Niritsu ; character design by Suzuhito Yasuda ; translation by Dale DeLucia. Other titles: Dungeon ni deai wo motomeru no wa machigatteirudarouka familia chronicle episode Ryu. English | Episode Ryu Description: First Yen On edition. | New York : Yen On, June 2018. Identifiers: LCCN 2018006599 | ISBN 9780316448253 (paperback) Subjects: CYAC: Fantasy. | Kidnapping—Fiction. | Adventure and adventurers—Fiction. Classification: LCC PZ7.1.O54 It 2018 | DDC [Fic]—dc23 LC record available at https://lccn.loc.gov/2018006599 ISBNs: 978-0-316-44825-3 (paperback) 978-0-316-44826-0 (ebook) E3-20180524-JV-PC

Alpha Axel Ash is a destroyer. He's a savage and a dangerous werewolf. Undefeated, the wars have turned him into a monster, feared by most. He likes to kill the weak and those who dare to harm his pack. For years, he thought the moon goddess has punished him by not giving him a mate, his life forever left in misery. Cassie is the Alphas daughter. For years, she had seen the war that destroyed her pack and killed hundreds of innocent lives. Warriors died on the battlefield, never returning home. To stop the war from further destruction, her father sets out to offer a truce to the enemy pack. But the infamous Alpha Axel requested for something else — his daughter’s hand in marriage. Axel Ash my Alpha gazes down at her with a bunk expression, his eyes roaming all over her body. Cassie squeezed in her legs, her mind aware that she is only wearing a shirt with nothing underneath. “You’re wearing my shirt,” he states deeply and she sees his eyes flicker down to look at her chest. “I-I couldn’t find a-any comfortable c-clothes,” she stutters, taking a few steps back. He growls at the distance she put between us, coming closer at her with a look of disapproval. She gulps just as she bumped against the wall, locked in between him and the hard surface. Why does he smell so good? “Don’t hide from me,” he growls, finally standing tall before her with dominance and demanding obedience. “N-No,” she says stubbornly, gripping her shirt and bringing it up at him. His eyes darken as he grabs her wrists and holds them above her head. Shocked, she gasp and her shirt raises up her waist, showing him the full view of her bare body. She whimper as he stares down at her with lust. Axel Ash drew closer, gently tucking the rose behind her ear. The floral scent perfumed every breath, Cassie took as he brushed his thumb lightly over her lips sending a shiver down to her spine. Axel Ash smirked feeling his effect on her, " “If I knew showing you the pool would get you na**d I’d have done so this morning,” he said, pushing the hair off his face The attraction between us is very convenient, you know? She was immediately out of the reverie, "Convenient!" His gaze darkened, "Of course, how could it not be convenient for me to feel desire for what's mine?" "Calling me cute is nice. Calling me hot is great. But don't you dare call me yours. I am not a thing to own." She said fire blazing in her eyes and wriggled in his hold to get free. Smirking, he pulled her even closer. His voice got thicker than she had ever heard, "That's where you are wrong, sweetheart. I am an Addict and you are my Drug." Alpha Knox Is a good friend of Alpha King Axel Ash.

Year 2563 the young Reverie lived a life full of sorrow, pain, loneliness and broken trust. One day on her way to college, her life changes drastically with a certain incident and makes a fateful encounter. The mysterious Vincent who seems to know things that he shouldn't while having a grudge against her and aims for her life. While they both go their ways in this apocalyptic world and travel through time and dimensions, the secrets of the past come to the surface more and more. Will they both end up at a mutual understanding or will they stay forever enemies? a dramatic, dark ,psychological fantasy story with many fights and emotions. Dive into the depths of the abyss with Reverie and find the truth about the past and why Vincent wants her death. Editor: Gabblit Cover art: Ploutoki original character: mine Design by: piffi-sisters Story: Ryakishou

Astarot Baal Crocus (nicknamed Crocodile) was a College undergraduate boy who dreamed of being a King or influential figure. However, his life was full of misfortune as he entered the adolescence stage of his life. Waking up after he was kicked out of his home apartment, he found out that he was on different earth; an Alternate Universe. While he was in an unknown pit in the park. Ding! A screen of an unknown system called ALL SYSTEM appeared in front of him and everyone else. Forcing them to participate in a brutal survival game. Overwhelmed, Crocus became unconscious and inside his head, another similar system appeared. [Welcome, I am Game Dimension System created by you. Wherever you go, you will go to different gaming dimensions with different game settings like... Boxing room: [Choose difficulty: Easy, Intermediate, Hard, Expert, or God.] "Expert!" [Opponent: Prime Mac Tyson.] Kickboxing room: [Choose difficulty: Easy, Intermediate, Hard, Expert, or God.] "Intermediate!" [Opponent: Conor Beromor.] Etc.

Her impeccable, white round face slightly pointed towards the chin was cradled in the black scarf like a fourteenth day moon in the sable sky. I was in a trance, groping for the boundary between reality and reverie. We neither spoke a word nor moved, kept staring at each other as if we were dumb and paralyzed. I was elated, satisfied, grateful. But her face was blank, expressionless, and her big black eyes were not blinking at all. I wanted to live the moment, wanted to stop the time, eternally. Suddenly, an irritating and piercing sound shattered my body.