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Oswin Durnvale, a weary fast-food worker from modern-day Earth, never expected his life to end so abruptly—nor to begin anew in the body of Fray Nightshade, a somewhat wealthy but reclusive young man in a world reminiscent of early modern Europe. Struggling to adjust, Oswin finds himself in a world on the brink of crisis. As Oswin navigates this unfamiliar world, he stumbles upon a forgotten part of Fray’s inheritance—an old violin and a book of hymns dedicated to the Water Spirits. Driven by nostalgia for his past as a musician, he plays the melodies, unknowingly invoking a force beyond human understanding. To his shock, the spirits answer. Magic is real in this world, but it comes at a cost. Power is not given freely, and the more Oswin demands, the greater the strain on his body and mind. With each song, he inches closer to the unknown, toeing the line between a gift and a curse.

An Hao leaped, thinking she had died, but to her surprise, when she opened her eyes, she found herself back in the year 1985. To live a second life, did she have to endure the abuse of her stepmother and stepsister again, the dislike of her mother-in-law and disdain from her sister-in-law, and the betrayal of her best friend who bravely became the other woman just to slap her in the face and climb the social ladder? Was she supposed to end her miserable life in poverty again? An Hao's answer was, "Eat! Shit! No!" She was determined to make something of herself, to get rich by capitalizing on her knowledge and aim for a well-off life. This time around, she was going to be the protective big sister who reformed her worthless little brother who had died a wretched death, and the virtuous wife to make up for her past neglect of her husband! She wouldn't let this life go to waste in despair! A malicious best friend? Coveting her man? Not a chance! Go hang out wherever it's cool! Cough cough, how did she not realize in her past life that this "Stoic King of Hell" was so indecent. Decent? You've had your fill of decency during the day.

Xu Xiangyang had two good friends, one was the neighbor girl who lived in the same alley, and the other was the girl class president from the class next door; Xu Xiangyang had a secret he couldn't tell anyone, he knew that one of his two friends was harboring a Demon King that could destroy the world...... ~ This is a story that took place at the end of the last century, where boys and girls depended on each other, warmed each other, and walked together towards happiness; a youth story filled with thrilling moments, nostalgia, and warmth.

At the heart of a wish lies an attempt at completion, a human desire to become our true and final selves. Wishes are fuelled by regrets and are bound eternally to the past, serving as approximations of what once was. We all experience regret and nostalgia, leading us to make wishes and find despair, but can we become our true selves despite this all? That's where the story of a girl who struggles to control her desires begins... Two souls sharing the same body and memory are living in Kyoto 2031. Tang-Ji Shizukesa, a girl who's grown up in her previous life with a hardcore passion for gaming, is now a bookworm in her new life who has no interest in video games. Along with her, Kazami and Hoyeon, the three childhood friends who separated 7 years ago due to an accident, have now been reunited again in a VRMMORPG game known as Dusk Protocol. The game has a unique combat system known as "Leere," a physical manifestation of an individual soul that can be conjured into deadly weapons. As Tang-Ji navigates this virtual world, she confronts the echoes of her past and the dissonance between her former self and her present identity. How will she cope with the rediscovery of a life she thought she left behind? How will Kazami and Hoyeon react to the new Tang-Ji? In a world where reality is malleable and death is just a click of a button away, the boundaries between past and present blur, forcing everyone to grapple with the truth of who they truly are. Disclaimer: This novel contains explicit language, violence, racism, and sexual scenes. There are also scenes that deal with various traumas, from physical to emotional to mental. (THE CHARACTERS’ CIRCUMSTANCES , TRAITS, AND BELIEFS IN THIS NOVEL ARE ALL BASED ON A TRUE STORY.)

When I (Cas, formerly of Earth) transmigrated into this hellscape, I expected magic kung fu and cool sword fights. Instead, I got: Dimensional rifts vomiting out soul-eating squirrels and glaciers that scream. A cultivation system that ranked me “Worse Than Trash Tier.” (Thanks, anonymous ancestor!) The Otherworldly Tourist System, a deranged travel agency that rewards me for “sightseeing” in eldritch hellscapes. (“Take a selfie with that sleeping Lava Worm! 500 TP!”) My vacation package includes: ✔️ Tourist Points to buy god-tier gear (Divine Sunscreen: “Don’t melt, Host!”). ✔️ Gacha spins. (Got a new technique! And a lot of trauma!) ✔️ Sarcastic commentary as I outrun cosmic horrors. (“Host’s survival rate: 2%. Upsell suggestion: Premium Burial Plot™?”) Turns out, Earth’s monsters are just the previews. The System’s hiding cosmic wars, godly realms, and a tiny apocalypse brewing. But who needs answers when you’ve got a five-star review to leave for a screaming glacier? Cultivation. Tourism. Survival. Let’s hope I’m good at two of those.

When the world ends, Yating just wants to graduate. But between her hoarder mom's "useful" stockpile of expired coupon books, her dad's concerning new hobby of staring at walls for fourteen hours straight, and her classmates slowly transforming into gold-flecked, harmony-humming mushroom zombies, she's realizing the survival guide for this apocalypse was never printed; just slowly growing in petri dishes no one bothered to check. Armed with: - A bio lab with one working microscope (RIP Mr. Lin, we barely knew ye) - Mei’s unsettling knack for spotting infected (turns out ballet training catches the half-second lag in their movements) - Wang’s vape mod turned spore detector ("It’s not just a bad habit," he insists) - Ju’s self-taught signal-jamming (and his even more impressive ability to ignore Zhao’s commentary) Zhao’s two actual survival skills: - First aid skills (thanks to his ER nurse mom’s "cheerful" dinner table trauma stories) - Tactical pessimism (his "worst-case scenario" plans are weirdly airtight, and delivered with maximum sarcasm) They’ll either solve the fungal apocalypse or become its next experiment. (Zhao’s already made complaints for both outcomes.) (Updates when the cultures show interesting results)

Whispers of a Happy Heart is a heartwarming tale about the simple joys of life, love, and family. It follows Aman Verma, an ordinary man who finds extraordinary happiness in everyday moments—morning laughter at the breakfast table, quiet afternoons in his small bookstore, and peaceful evenings spent with his loving wife, Meera, and their two children. Through life's ups and downs, Aman learns that true happiness isn't about wealth or grand achievements, but in the warmth of shared meals, bedtime stories, and the gentle whispers of a heart filled with love. This book is a comforting embrace, a reminder that the most precious moments are often the simplest. A perfect read for those seeking peace, warmth, and a touch of nostalgia, Whispers of a Happy Heart will leave you with a smile and a renewed appreciation for life’s quiet joys.

Un chico sin ningún recuerdo de su anterior vida, es reencarnado en el mundo de Remnant por una diosa desconocida, con una misión. Cogerse a todas las mujeres que pueda...

Six months ago, Harsh experienced something unbelievable—while visiting a sacred temple, he fell asleep beneath an ancient tree, only to wake up to the lingering warmth of a kiss and a mysterious note: "If you find the girl who kissed you in your sleep, you will find the love of your life." Convinced that his childhood friend, Shreya, was the one behind it, Harsh's feelings for her began to grow. But when his heartfelt confession is met with rejection, he realizes he may have been searching for love in the wrong place. As he navigates heartbreak, friendship, and unexpected encounters, Harsh finds himself drawn into a web of emotions—especially when other girls around him start acting suspicious. Could it be the playful and caring Vaishu, who has always been by his side? The intelligent and composed Shruti, who holds a hidden connection to the temple? Or someone he never even considered? With each clue bringing him closer to the truth, Harsh embarks on a heartfelt journey to uncover the identity of the girl who stole his first kiss—and perhaps, his heart. A story filled with romance, mystery, and the bittersweet nostalgia of first love, Finding the Girl Who Kissed Me is a tale about the moments that shape us and the people who leave an unforgettable mark on our hearts.

Han Nami (한나미) is an omega male since birth, although he's discovered himself as an omega when middle school started. As life goes along, there some incidents happen to his lovers. making them goes bankrupt and try to exploits Nami secondary gender's to the brothel. knowing this, Nami then take his opportunity to run away from his home. not wanting to suffering in his lovers arm. But he ended up unconscious. in the middle of nowhere. before a person came to the rescue, with those calming pheromones that gave him a wash of nostalgia - hi, this is my first time to write this long ig. I'm sorry for a bad grammar, I'm not a native speakers. i hope you enjoy. and warning this is an omegaverse story, there is might be some differences but it's still an omegaverse - this novel originally from indo, so i'll try to keep myself to update this

Five percent and a past steeped in shadows….. Demetrius Wyld wasn’t your average teen. He had great ambitions. He was reckless. Hot headed. And just a little too disrespectful for his own good. Ok. Maybe he was your average teen. At least on the surface. But just beneath that was where the layers unfurled like petals on a flower. or claws on a beast. Demetrius was an orphan. But he had a family. The fact that his family was a criminal syndicate fighting against the oppressive corporate regime birthed from a mad scientists world changing discovery was besides the point. Or maybe that was the whole point. The worlds heroes were bought. Poster boys for exploitative companies and brand names. It’s enforcers were corrupt. And every dollar bill circulating in the world was dipped in the blood of the innocent. It was Demetrius’s ambition and grit that got him into his familial gang. But it would be his blood, chance and true lineage that took him beyond and on a path to change the world. extra tags: Weaktostrong, mutation, politics, commentary, shapeshifters, unique powers, extreme violence, r18, dark themes, comedy, slice of life.

Sunsets Last Date: Bitersweet Nostalgia A romantic atory about a suicidal boy and a simple yet anxious girl who've been through their personal traumas in the past before meeting each other. The more they got to know each other, the more they realized that they could relate more with each other more than they ever could with others, despite their personal conflicts to understand each other.

Felix has been carrying a torch for Gray, his childhood love, for as long as he can remember. After they graduated, Gray mysteriously cut off all communication, leaving Felix confused and heart wrenched. His friend, trying to help him move on, introduces Felix to her cousin Matthew, a silent, but charming Englishman who found his way onto Philippine soil. Matthew is everything Felix didn’t expect. As their friendship blossoms into something deeper, Felix begins to wonder if he can finally move past Gray. But just when things seem to be falling into place, Felix discovers that Gray is also attending Northerners University. Suddenly, Felix’s once-uncomplicated feelings become a tangled mess, as he finds himself torn between the nostalgia of his unspoken love for Gray and the fresh excitement of his budding romance with Matthew. With both men now a part of his campus life...things are bound to swirl around unexpected changes.

The Isekai genre often highlights the fantastical adventures of male protagonists endowed with superhuman strength and surrounded by adoring companions. However, an alternative narrative focuses on the plight of "strays"—individuals transported from Earth who struggle to survive in a hostile environment where they are regarded as mere commodities, goods, or even trash. This perspective challenges the traditional heroic framework by emphasizing themes of vulnerability, exploitation, and resilience. Unlike the empowered heroes who dominate conventional Isekai tales, these strays navigate a world that is indifferent or outright antagonistic to their existence, thereby offering a critical commentary on issues of marginalization and the human condition. This nuanced portrayal underscores the harsh realities and ethical dilemmas faced by those who find themselves displaced and devalued in an unfamiliar and often unforgiving realm.

For two billion years, he stood at the pinnacle—feared by gods, beyond death itself. But after an argument with his father, the Almighty, he takes on a ridiculous wager: live as a powerless mortal, manage a struggling cultivation family, and prove that true dominance isn’t in strength, but in mastery of fate itself. Stripped of divinity, he becomes nothing more than an assistant manager—no cultivation, no techniques, just wisdom and wit. While arrogant immortals chase strength, he builds alliances, secures resources, and turns a chaotic sect into an empire. All while dealing with his father’s endless commentary in his head. But when the strongest finally ascends, they look back and realize—the man they served, the one they dismissed as a mere mortal, was never truly beneath them. Because even eternity plays by his rules.

Words started but never finished, now rewritten to save what dignity there was to salvage. This is my archive of nostalgia.

A widowed professor. A love he thought was lost. Two girls in need of a home. And a past that refuses to stay buried. Mackenzie "Mac" Elliot has spent years burying himself in books and lesson plans, content to let life pass him by. But when he stumbles upon two runaway sisters with nowhere to go, his carefully constructed world begins to unravel. What starts as a single act of kindness quickly turns into something much more-forcing him to step up in ways he never expected. Just as Mac begins to find purpose beyond his grief, Vivian Sutton-the ex-wife he never truly let go-walks back into his life. She's stronger, sharper, and even more stunning than he remembers. But Vivian isn't just back for nostalgia-she's ready to fight for him. And this time, she won't leave without a battle. As Mac, Vivian, and the girls navigate their fragile new reality, the ghosts of their pasts refuse to rest. A violent attack leaves Mac in the public eye, old secrets resurface, and dangerous figures from Maggie and Stokely's past come creeping out of the shadows. When the people he loves most are threatened, Mac is faced with a choice: stay in the safe, quiet life he's built-or fight for the family he never saw coming. A deeply emotional and gripping story about love, second chances, and what it means to build a family from the broken pieces of the past. Perfect for fans of Nicholas Sparks, It Ends With Us, and The Nightingale.

Evelyn Rayner had lost it all, her family, her business, and, worst of all, herself. Betrayal, regret, and a spectacularly bad series of life choices had left her in ruins. But, as it turns out, fate wasn’t quite done with her. Given a second chance (thank you, universe!), she was back. Wiser, fiercer, and absolutely determined to set things right. Debts of love and loyalty? She’d repay them. Wounds she’d caused? She’d mend them. And most importantly… him. Now, in the heart of a grand ballroom, wrapped in silk and second chances, she moved through the sea of admirers like a queen on a mission. Their awed whispers and longing stares? Utterly ignored. She had eyes for only one man. Adrian Vaughn. The one she lost. The one she wouldn’t lose again. She found him at last, standing tall and unreadable, that maddening air of mystery still intact. Steeling herself, she reached him, her voice soft but daring as she teased, “Didn’t you promise me you’d only dance with me?” His piercing gaze flickered with something unreadable before amusement danced in his eyes, and a slow, knowing smirk curled his lips. Leaning in, his breath warm against her ear, he murmured, “I didn’t know my little wife would be the jealous type.” The words struck her like a bolt of nostalgia. Little wife. A childhood memory bloomed; her younger self, all confidence and mischief, declaring to the world that Adrian Vaughn was hers. Now, looking at the man before her; cool, unreadable, yet teasing in a way only she could decipher; gratitude swelled within her. She had lost him once. And in her past life’s final moments, regret had nearly crushed her. But this time? Oh, she was going to make sure he knows how much she loves him.

On the Genealogy of Morality: A Polemic (Genealogy of Morals) is an 1887 book by German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche. It consists of a preface and three interrelated essays that expand and follow through on concepts Nietzsche sketched out in Beyond Good and Evil (1886). The three trace episodes in the evolution of moral concepts with a view to confronting "moral prejudices", specifically those of Christianity and Judaism. Some Nietzsche scholars consider Genealogy to be a work of sustained brilliance and power as well as his masterpiece. Since its publication, it has influenced many authors and philosophers. In the "First Treatise", Nietzsche demonstrates that the two opposite pairs "good/evil" and "good/bad" have very different origins, and that the word "good" itself came to represent two opposed meanings. In the "good/bad" distinction, "good" is synonymous with nobility and everything which is powerful and life-asserting; in the "good/evil" distinction, which Nietzsche calls "slave morality", the meaning of "good" is made the antithesis of the original aristocratic "good", which itself is re-labelled "evil". This inversion of values develops out of the resentment of the powerful by the weak. In the "Second Treatise" Nietzsche advances his thesis that the origin of the institution of punishment is in a straightforward (pre-moral) creditor/debtor relationship. Man relies on the apparatus of forgetfulness in order not to become bogged down in the past. This forgetfulness is, according to Nietzsche, an active "faculty of repression", not mere inertia or absentmindedness. Man needs to develop an active faculty to work in opposition to this, so promises necessary for exercising control over the future can be made: this is memory. Nietzsche's purpose in the "Third Treatise" is "to bring to light, not what ideal has done, but simply what it means; what it indicates; what lies hidden behind it, beneath it, in it; of what it is the provisional, indistinct expression, overlaid with question marks and misunderstandings" (§23). As Nietzsche tells us in the Preface, the Third Treatise is a commentary on the aphorism prefixed to it. Textual studies have shown that this aphorism consists of §1 of the Treatise (not the epigraph to the Treatise, which is a quotation from Nietzsche's Thus Spoke Zarathustra). This opening aphorism confronts us with the multiplicity of meanings that the ascetic ideal has for different groups: (a) artists, (b) philosophers, (c) women, (d) physiological casualties, (e) priests, and (f) saints. The ascetic ideal, we may thus surmise, means very little in itself, other than as a compensation for humanity's need to have some goal or other. As Nietzsche puts it, man "will rather will nothingness than not will".

【Love Simulator, at your service】 【The simulated content will be presented in the form of text and memory scenes】 【The simulation process is divided into three stages: pursuit stage, romance stage, and twist/heartwarming stage】 【After the simulation ends, a score and commentary will be generated to help you evaluate this relationship】 【Click to continue】 .... In Japan, Minami Yuuki received a love simulator. What's the point of a fake simulation? He used to disdain it. Until he discovered that he could acquire skills honed in simulated life and even gain future information through simulation. Simulated romance is really fascinating! ============ Translation Disclaimer: I do not own the rights to this novel. I am solely responsible for the translation efforts. If you like the novel, please help me by giving a review and power stones. This series is currently being hosted on Hiraethtranslation. For advanced chapters: https://hiraethtranslation.com/novel/love-comes-after-simulation/ Chapter Updates Every: Monday:Tuesday:Wednesday 3 Chapters a week.

Megami is a girl that has always been anything but normal. From her past and her body she is even considered crazy due to her mental state but actually is a once in a generation genius when it comes to technology and magic. Now due to her own choices she has to traverse many universe's and even different Multiverse's as she gains and loses power. She has cursed herself to be someone special in every life with no breaks but she never forgets the memories that make her soul. She will walk many paths but on the bright side she isn't alone. She has the excruciatingly painful company of the fantasy existences most powerful (Powerful as in ran with their tails between their legs at the sight of someone more powerful) Gods in the form of their dying incarnate souls. She just can't catch a break no matter what life it is... or multiverse -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ~Scene from the Novel~ She is broken but undamaged She walks the path of infinite Importance She is her own misfortune 'Why is there a poem about me in practically every lecture? I didn't make that much of an impact did I? all I did was take over a domain because it belonged to me in the first place. I do kind of remember telling my demon assistant about my past lives... I think. Maybe? I have no way to know.' Megami thought as she sat through history class. She quietly and astutely observed the wome- everyone in class, closely waiting for the chance to pleasu- befriend the gir- them. Befriend them. [*BookInfo: It starts as fast paced and complex but it will become bigger and have more complete lives. Worlds will be revisited and I am open to having Megami visit worlds like One Piece, RWBY, FNAF, and any others that you suggest.] (*AN: This is my first book I have written so please enjoy it! Yuki will be happy if you read it! Yuki will be their best to make a cover worthy of you all.) *AN: This book has parts that seem to be skipped over but will be 'Remembered' by the MC at later chapters. An example of this is the Gods Game. The MC will not remember this fondly but is cursed to remember it vividly for a period of time.

In the early 2000s, Henry Calloway, a struggling journalist, receives a cryptic letter inviting him to a secluded town known only as Warmout. Promised an exclusive story on a secretive yet thriving community, Henry embarks on a journey that leads him to a place untouched by time. A town where the air is thick with nostalgia, the streets humming with quiet conversations, and every resident seems unnervingly content. But as Henry digs deeper, he notices things that don’t add up. The clocks in town don’t tick past a certain hour. And the warmth…the unsettling warmth that lingers even in the dead of night, wrapping around him like an embrace he can’t escape. When he tries to leave, the roads bend in ways they shouldn’t. The sky above distorts, flickering like an old film reel. Something in Warmout is watching, and it doesn’t take kindly to guests overstaying their welcome. Henry must uncover the truth before he, too, fades into the town’s eerie embrace. But some doors, once opened, can never be closed again...

Entre el silencio y la esperanza - Elizabeth Depaz Cerna Cinco años después de una misteriosa desaparición, un grupo de amigos recibe mensajes enigmáticos que los obligan a revivir su pasado y enfrentar preguntas que nunca se atrevieron a responder. En la ciudad de Huaraz, donde las montañas parecen guardar secretos entre sus sombras, cada pista los acerca más a una verdad que cambiará sus vidas para siempre. A través de recuerdos, cartas y acertijos cuidadosamente diseñados, se embarcan en un viaje de redescubrimiento, explorando los ecos del amor, la amistad y las emociones no expresadas. En medio de la nostalgia y la incertidumbre, descubren que el verdadero misterio no es solo lo que ocurrió con su amigo, sino lo que ha quedado sin resolver dentro de cada uno de ellos. Entre el silencio y la esperanza es una historia profunda y conmovedora sobre la pérdida, el crecimiento y el reencuentro, donde el pasado y el presente se entrelazan para revelar una verdad que había permanecido oculta en el tiempo.

Los pensamientos de un soldado en una cruda noche de invierno en medio de una guerra perdida, llenos de incertidumbre y una extraña mezcla de nostalgia y resignación. Mientras el frío cala sus huesos y el viento silba entre los árboles desolados, su mente se llena de recuerdos de tiempos pasados, de risas y calidez que ahora parecen tan distantes como el amanecer.

Di sebuah gang kecil bernama Kemuning, di tengah hiruk-pikuk Jakarta tahun 1988, lima sahabat tumbuh bersama dalam suka dan duka. Anisa Pratama, satu-satunya perempuan di kelompok mereka, selalu membawa kehangatan dengan senyum dan kepolosannya. Rizky Mahendra, si pendiam dan misterius, yang lebih suka mengungkapkan perasaannya lewat tindakan daripada kata-kata. Baskara Aditya, si jenius yang bercita-cita besar, tetapi sering terjebak dalam kebimbangannya sendiri. Dimas Putra, sosok yang paling dewasa, selalu menjadi tempat bersandar bagi teman-temannya. Dan Bayu Wiranata, si pembuat onar yang selalu membawa tawa, meskipun diam-diam menyimpan luka di hatinya. Hari-hari mereka diwarnai oleh kenakalan masa remaja, tawa yang tak ada habisnya, cinta pertama yang manis sekaligus menyakitkan, serta mimpi-mimpi besar yang mereka yakini akan terwujud suatu hari nanti. Namun, kehidupan terus berjalan, membawa mereka ke arah yang berbeda. Ketika impian, keluarga, dan kenyataan mulai menguji persahabatan mereka, akankah ikatan di antara mereka tetap utuh? "Kemuning 1988" adalah kisah tentang nostalgia, cinta, keluarga, dan persahabatan yang tak akan lekang oleh waktu. Sebuah perjalanan yang membawa kita kembali ke masa di mana segalanya terasa lebih sederhana, tetapi juga lebih berarti. ---

Mehrajān's heart is a fragile mosaic, pieced together by moments with the one person who defined her world—Muazam. In this reflective and raw exploration of love and loss, Mehrajān finds herself looking back at the memories of the boy she loved, the boy who was always just out of reach. Each chapter is a separate fragment of their intertwined lives, capturing a single moment that was forever marked by him. In one chapter, Mehrajān stands frozen in her kitchen, hearing a conversation between Muazam and her aunt that shatters her heart. His rejection of her—the very person who had quietly fallen for him—leaves her feeling lost and betrayed. Yet, this is only one of the many moments that have shaped her emotional landscape. Every recollection is a mixture of passion, pain, and nostalgia—memories of fleeting glances, whispered words, and unspoken connections that shaped her world. The narrative doesn't follow a linear path but instead unfolds like a scattered collection of thoughts and emotions, each memory tied to Muazam, each one a chapter of her heart. Through these fragments, Mehrajān grapples with the complexity of love, the sorrow of unrequited feelings, and the confusion of growing up in a world of family expectations and personal desires. [ CHOOSE ME ] is not just a love story—it's a tender journey through a girl’s heart, where love is never simple, and the memory of someone can change everything. Through each chapter, readers will find themselves drawn into Mehrajān’s world, feeling the weight of her unspoken love and the bittersweet truth that sometimes, memories are all that remain.

The title pretty much says it all. This is the journal of Jane Brown. Each journal entry may be very short or very long. Entries may be close together or far apart. It depends on when and if Jane decides to or remembers to update her journal. If ever. Just like most of the non-diary or journal writer keepers out there - or uninspired authors. Yep. Warning: VERY SLOOOW updates. This is a story written on a whim. Let's see how long the inspiration will last for. This style of writing is somewhat experimental. Disclaimer: This is a work of FICTION and is not based on any one person. Any portrayal of real people or real events (excluding some major world events) is entirely accidental and coincidental. It is in not in any way, shape of form meant to be a commentary on anyone or anything, even less on current issues in society. This is literally meant to be boring (hence the ordinary title) without being too boring. It is just about the average slow paced life and interests of an average person. (Not meant for and not interested in contracting.)

After years of grinding away at a monotonous job, the protagonist finally takes a well-deserved break, hoping to relax and "touch grass." But what starts as a simple attempt at cleaning his chaotic apartment takes a strange turn when he stumbles upon an **old smartphone** buried in his storeroom. Charging it out of curiosity, he finds himself drowning in a wave of nostalgia—**old photos, familiar names, and memories long forgotten.** But just as he begins reminiscing, a **mysterious phone call** interrupts the quiet night. At first, it seems like nothing—just an unknown number, no reply. But as the calls persist, a chilling realization creeps in. **Someone, or something, is trying to reach him.** What secrets lie hidden in the past? And why, after all these years, is it suddenly coming back to haunt him? The night is long, the phone keeps ringing, and the past refuses to stay buried.

Growing up is a symphony of endings and beginnings, a delicate balance between heartbreak and self-discovery. "Ashes and Echoes" is a collection of poetry that captures the raw, unfiltered emotions of young adulthood: the first loves that set your world on fire, wishful thinking, and the bittersweet journey of finding yourself in the wreckage of the world. Through lyrical verse and intimate storytelling, these poems explore the restless nights, the unanswered messages, the weight of the world, and defiant hope and nostalgia that comes with healing. Each page is a reflection of what it means to love recklessly, to break beautifully, and to rise from the ashes of who you once were. For anyone who has ever felt lost, for those learning to stand on their own, "Ashes and Echoes" is a reminder that this is not the end, but it’s the beginning of something even more powerful: you.