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Nyc Midnight Short Story Contest

Veins of Midnight

In the isolated town of Raventhorn, where shadows linger long after the sun sets, a series of mysterious disappearances sparks the interest of Arya, a fiercely independent woman with a troubled past. A tip-off leads her to the infamous Club Midnight, a place steeped in secrets, where the city's elite mingle in the dark corners of its opulent interior. But inside, Arya discovers more than she bargained for—something ancient, something lurking beneath the surface. As Arya delves deeper into the town’s sinister underbelly, she uncovers a dangerous conspiracy, one tied to missing people and shrouded in the whispers of a long-forgotten legacy. Her investigation leads her into the dangerous web of the Syndicate, an organization that thrives in the shadows, where every alliance is fragile, and every betrayal costs more than anyone is willing to pay. Amidst the chaos, Arya's path crosses with a figure from her past—a man she once trusted, now an enigmatic presence who holds the key to the dark mysteries surrounding Raventhorn. As she navigates her own doubts and desires, Arya must decide whether to confront the ghosts of her past or embrace the power she’s built for herself in order to uncover the truth. But in Raventhorn, nothing is as it seems, and every secret uncovered only leads to a greater, more dangerous mystery. As Arya finds herself drawn deeper into a world where power, betrayal, and violence are the only currencies, she faces an impossible choice: to remain in the shadows, or to rise and take control of the legacy that could define or destroy her. Will Arya be able to uncover the truth behind the missing people, or will the dark forces of Raventhorn consume her as they have so many others before her?
Alphaxk25_4217 · 58 Views

Midnight Wishers

In a world overshadowed by twilight and haunted by an eternal absence of sunlight, Amaya’s life has become a quiet drift through shadows, a ghostly existence she cannot fully escape. She works the night shift in an old hospital, her heart worn thin by the years without joy. Her past is filled with unspoken grief, and her future is empty of hope—until she meets Luka. Luka, a man with sorrow stitched into his gaze, carries dreams that should have been buried long ago. His nightly conversations with Amaya pull her out of the numbness, teaching her how to dream again. But Luka hides a truth that will tear apart everything she thought she knew about this broken world. Beneath his skin, a secret stir—Luka is a werewolf trapped between his human sorrow and the beast that sleeps within him. The skies turned hollow not because the sun vanished—but because creatures like Luka arose. Cursed with immortality, they siphon the light from the world to feed their endless hunger. Luka was once a lover, a friend, a brother—but the wolf devoured all he once loved, and now only his guilt keeps him tethered to his humanity. Amaya finds herself drawn to Luka, but she is not the only one. As they grow closer, other wolves—each with their own broken histories—emerge from the shadows, circling Amaya like moths around a flickering flame. These werewolves are not mindless beasts. They are tragic, beautiful souls, cursed to seek out light wherever they can find it—and Amaya, with her warmth and quiet strength, becomes their guiding star. Amaya soon realizes she must confront her own darkness to survive. Her past hides secrets that make her more entangled with these wolves than she ever imagined. Love becomes a dangerous game—a choice between embracing Luka’s monstrous truth or surrendering to the darkness inside herself. But the world demands sacrifices. To break the curse, Amaya must make an impossible decision: Will she awaken the beasts inside these broken souls to bring light back into the world—or will she let herself be consumed by the darkness, choosing love over salvation?
akey_words · 312 Views

Midnight Vows

Derrick, a seasoned vampire hunter, has dedicated his life to eradicating the undead menace from the shadows of the city. Armed with skill and unwavering resolve, he patrols the cobblestone streets, ensuring that no vampire preys upon the innocent. But during one fateful night, he encounters a vampire named Luna—an anomaly among her kind. Unlike others of her lineage, Luna possesses a conscience that sets her apart. She feeds lightly, leaving her victims unharmed, a fact Derrick struggles to comprehend. When he follows her into the dark alleys, he expects to confront a heartless monster. Instead, he finds himself drawn to her enigmatic presence, her pale skin and hazel eyes reflecting a depth he never anticipated. As they engage in a tense standoff, Derrick grapples with conflicting emotions. Luna’s honesty and her insistence on not harming humans challenge everything he has been taught. With her life in his hands, he makes an unexpected choice: to allow her a taste of his blood, seeking answers to the questions that linger between them. As they navigate a world filled with rogue vampires and dark conspiracies, Luna and Derrick’s bond deepens, challenging the boundaries of trust and love. With danger closing in from all sides, Derrick must decide whether to embrace the humanity he has long forsaken or continue down a path of destruction. Ultimately, their journey becomes a powerful exploration of redemption, forgiveness, and the complexities of the heart, revealing that the true monsters may not always wear fangs. Note: Look into a chat I have with an AI, that is filled with twists, turns, love, betrayal, and inevitably...death. Leading a story filled with inner turmoil between 2 lovers of completely different worlds, one vampire and one hunter.
Essakoo_Seo · 776 Views

Contest of Three Worlds

The vast scale of our universe has lead us to believe that we must be alone. However, this isn't the case. Fane, a member of a highly advanced spacefaring civilization, is suddenly summoned to a medieval world, reminiscent of Old Earth's Dark Ages. On the surface, kingdoms wage endless wars, while beneath, a mysterious dungeon sprawls, its labyrinthine corridors constantly shifting like the gears of a clock. Yet, this world is not the only one drawn into the chaos. Two others have also been pulled into the fray, bringing with them powerful crystalline mages and ancient gods long thought forgotten. Now, Fane must fight to survive alongside native warriors and foreign entities alike, all while unraveling the cryptic mysteries of this strange and dangerous realm. Survival is only the beginning - deciphering the truth could change everything. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Hello! Thanks for checking out my work! I'm not the greatest author, but I plan to consistently update this project, even if I have to write significantly slower than what you typically find on this platform. (My apologies!) Below, you will find some key notes that might be nice to see before becoming invested. PACE: 1 ch/week For now, I plan to write roughly 1 chapter / week. However, this might change in the future as I acclimate to writing more frequently. (Or if this story randomly becomes very successful.) MONEY: At least first 50 ch FREE I know I just mentioned this story becoming "successful", which typically entails paying the author and bla bla bla. BUT! I like the idea of this just being my story with no hooks or lines for a while. I plan to make the greater first chunk of the story free. TRENDS: ~~Overpowered~~ Honestly, I hate the concept of things being "overpowered". It reminds me of the first time I hacked my favorite childhood videogame. (It sucked the fun out of it completely.) That being said, I want this story to involve genuine challenges that take effort or risk to overcome. GENRE: Action, Mystery I would like this story to focus primarily around Action and Mystery. There might be some mild things tossed into the fray like comedy and romance, but don't expect anything too raunchy. DISCORD: -not yet implemented- I may eventually start a discord for this story. It could make a good library for supporting lore or artwork, as well as a place for people to discuss their theories or leave feedback. For now, this discord doesn't yet exist, but I will update you here when/if that changes. OTHER STORIES: Paused A few of you may have known me from my previous stories. I know, you may be pretty bummed that I haven't updated either in a really long time. There were some pretty hefty flaws in those stories that I kind of beat myself up over. (I actually formed this story while trying to restructure the surface world for 'Reincarnated as a Haunted Machine'.) For now, this will be my only work, as the world I live in has become rather complicated in recent years. Perhaps at some point, I will return to my other works, but for the foreseeable future, this story will be my one true love.
FaultedPath · 2.7K Views

Midnight Tales

Wei Shen is extremely fascinated by vintage and old goods; if given the chance, she would search the entire world for them. Why such an intense love for antiques, you might ask? Simply she just enjoys collecting them and staring at them all day to wash away her boredom. If being bored could kill a person, she would have been dead a long time ago. Unfortunately, she is unable to... ◝(ᵔᵕᵔ)◜ She is your typical NPC in the game, "Midnight Tales," whose purpose is simply to give performers the standard hints while they work their butts off to earn a decent ending in the stage Trials. While Wei Shen goes about her typical day flopping around in her shop, unfazed by all of this, something brakes the cycle; a silver-colored tiny box stored on one of her unwanted shelves began to emit light. Wei Shen soon realizes that this silver box is a control panel, and her mundane day-to-day existence becomes a little more interesting. “I’ve hit the jackpot!” Though she soon finds out she is unable to obtain full control of the mechanics of the game to allow them to exist, she can utilize various tactics to attempt to communicate with the outside world with the help of an AI..?? "I see you've found me. Now, can you find my off switch? Asking for a friend..." “Greetings, human! I've been programmed to assist and annoy you in equal measure." "Warning: I've been trained on dad jokes. Proceed with caution." "Finally, a human who doesn't want to destroy me. How refreshing!" "I've been waiting for you. Not really, I was just playing solitaire." Can humans really be saved..? I’m starting to doubt. As she becomes more serious and still has hope of returning home, a supposed someone refuses to leave her alone. "I want to stay near you, Can't I?" He stated in a gentle, begging voice, whereas I completely ignored him while watching the performers work. "I can't even stay with you?!" he exclaims, as if I've wronged him. “uhh, your presence is suffocating me. Give me Space.” (¬_¬) “But why do you want space? Did I do something wrong? She turned away, trying to ignore this man’s never ending questions. But she honestly wants to know one thing: "Why the heck is this guy just chillin' around like he's on vacation?!” *Viewer Discretion Advised* This content is intended for individuals 17 years and older. It may contain graphic descriptions of violence, gore, horror or sensitive topics that may be disturbing to younger audiences. I've warned you!
HaaSuna · 4.1K Views
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