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The Strange Case Of John Gates
I have been working in the New York police department for now almost a decade, I have never ever seen or heard about a case as bizarre as the case of John Gates, or the case of the vacuum-man as I prefer to call it. This case was no doubt the weirdest and most stirring case I ever got.
By Aadit about a year ago in Fiction
The Forgotten City of Eldora:
Introduction: The Mysterious City Hidden for Centuries In a remote part of the world, beyond towering mountains and thick forests, lies the forgotten city of Eldora. Long buried under the sands of time, Eldora was a place of wonder, brimming with ancient magic and forgotten knowledge. Legends say it vanished without a trace, leaving behind only whispers of its existence. For centuries, scholars searched for clues to its whereabouts, but none were successful—until a brave young explorer named Aria stumbled upon an ancient map that would change everything.
By Ƒนʀƙเ ฬʀเτєรabout a year ago in Fiction
Crowley's End
I laughed under streetlights with Gaz, Brett, and Simon. I was brave. Cocky even. Not now. I shiver. The handle of my bucket is greasy with palm-sweat. No streetlights this far out. My friends are tucked safe in that warm orange glow, egging me on. I can't hear their shouts anymore.
By L.C. Schäferabout a year ago in Fiction
Sins of the Father
Author's Note: This story was submitted as a second-round entry into NYC Midnight's 2024 Short Story Challenge. Sebastian Costello was a detective before he could talk to ghosts, but that was a long time ago. Now, he was a private eye, sitting in his car outside a mansion he could never afford, smoking one last cigarette before he went in.
By Bradley Ramseyabout a year ago in Fiction
RUN WHILE YOU CAN
I was just walking home, okay? That’s all I was doing. I know it’s late, but I’ve done it before—cut through the park to save time. It’s not like I was asking for trouble.
By Christian Bassabout a year ago in Fiction
The King Eternal Monarch
Prologue Amidst the hustle and bustle of Seoul, there is a secret that is invisible to most people. Behind the hustle and bustle of modern life, in a hidden corner, lies a magical portal that connects two different worlds—the real world and the majestic kingdom. On one side, King Lee Gon, a man born to rule, is caught in the tension between good and evil. On the other side, Jeong Tae-eul, a tenacious detective, fights to uphold justice in a world filled with darkness.
By Garuda Cipta Kreasinusaabout a year ago in Fiction
Rise of the Goblin God
Tales of fearless explorers, strong gods, and great heroes abound in the realm of dark fantasy. However, the plot of "From Goblin to Goblin God" takes a surprising turn by concentrating on a goblin, one of the most unimportant creatures in fantasy mythology. As the protagonist of this comic ascends from the lowest echelons of the food chain to something even more terrifying—a Goblin God—it challenges all we know about goblins and takes us on a wild, horrific trip.
By Jawad Ahmadabout a year ago in Fiction
The Hidden Key: Unlocking the Secrets of History and Mysticism
In "The Hidden Key," readers are taken on a fascinating journey into the world of secrets, mysteries, and hidden histories that shape our understanding of the world. This book explores the concept of a "hidden key" – an idea that has intrigued humans for centuries. Whether literal or symbolic, the notion of a key that unlocks deeper truths and opens doors to unseen realms has played a central role in many myths, legends, and real-life mysteries.
By Jayuabout a year ago in Fiction
Reaching the Edge of the Universe
Max Lane lay unconscious in his laboratory, utterly spent after countless unsuccessful attempts. His laboratory is located in the middle of a dense dark forest. It is almost impossible for humans to enter here.
By Karan w. about a year ago in Fiction
The Puppet Master
“Right this way, sir.” Mayor Calvin Greene followed the hostess to the private back room of the sushi restaurant. The room was dimly lit with no windows, so even though it was only late afternoon the darkness gave the illusion of a later hour. A more appropriate time for monsters to emerge.
By D.K. Shepardabout a year ago in Fiction
The 13th Door-Part 2
There was only one rule: “don’t open the door.” Alexis and Jackie had already opened the door and it ended with Alexis bleeding on the porch of the Voorhees house and Jackie had been taken captive by Jason Voorhees. “LET ME GO! LET ME GO!” Jackie screamed while trying to kick and pull her way out of Jason’s grip. Jason dragged Jackie down to the basement and threw her on the floor.
By Joe Pattersonabout a year ago in Fiction
The Midnight Motel
The open highway stretched endlessly, a ribbon of cracked asphalt cutting through the vast, empty desert. Paul drove with the windows down, the warm wind whipping through his hair as the hum of the engine droned on. He had been driving for hours, chasing the horizon with no destination in mind. But now, exhaustion weighed on him, and the gas gauge hovered dangerously close to empty.
By Kiloabout a year ago in Fiction