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The Message from the Dead: A Thrilling Confrontation

A Thrilling Journey of Confronting the Past and Fighting for the Future

By Karun Published 3 years ago 4 min read


The Message from the Dead: A Thrilling Confrontation
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Jenna had tried to move on from the tragedy that had plagued her life, but the memories of the past never truly left her. She had lost her husband in a car accident, and it had shattered her world. For years, she had tried to cope with the pain and the void that had been left behind, but it was never easy. Every day, she woke up with the same heaviness in her heart, the same longing for a life that was no longer hers.

One day, out of the blue, Jenna received a message from someone she thought was dead. It was a simple message, just a few words on her phone, but it was enough to send a shiver down her spine. She read the message over and over again, trying to make sense of it. Was it a mistake? A cruel prank?

Jenna couldn't help but wonder who had sent the message. She knew it was someone from her past, someone she had tried to forget. But who? And why now? Her mind was filled with questions, and she couldn't rest until she had the answers.

The next day, Jenna decided to investigate. She went through her husband's old belongings, hoping to find some clue that would help her solve the mystery. As she rummaged through the boxes, she found a photo of herself and her husband, taken just a few days before he died. It was a bittersweet moment, and tears rolled down her cheeks as she remembered the happy times they had shared together.

But then, something caught her eye. There was a note attached to the back of the photo, written in her husband's handwriting. It read:

"Jenna, if anything ever happens to me, please don't blame yourself. I love you, and I'll always be with you."

Jenna felt a lump in her throat as she read the words. She had always blamed herself for her husband's death, thinking that she could have done something to prevent it. But now, she realized that it wasn't her fault. Her husband had loved her, and he would want her to be happy.

With a newfound sense of clarity, Jenna decided to confront her past. She reached out to the person who had sent the message and arranged to meet them in a park.

As she waited for the person to arrive, Jenna felt nervous and apprehensive. But when she saw who it was, her heart skipped a beat. It was her husband's best friend, someone she hadn't seen in years.

They talked for hours, reminiscing about the old times and catching up on everything that had happened since. Jenna felt a sense of closure as they talked, and she realized that she had been carrying a burden for too long. Her husband's death had been a tragedy, but it was time for her to move on and start living again.

As the sun set on the park, Jenna said goodbye to her husband's friend and walked away, feeling lighter and more at peace than she had in years. The mysterious message had led her to confront her past and find a way to move forward. And for that, she was grateful.

Jenna walked away from the park, feeling relieved that she had finally confronted her past. But as she made her way home, she couldn't shake off the feeling that something wasn't right.

Suddenly, she heard footsteps behind her, and she turned around to see a dark figure approaching her. She tried to run, but the figure was too fast. He grabbed her from behind and covered her mouth to stop her from screaming.

Jenna struggled to break free, but it was no use. The figure dragged her into a nearby alley, and she could feel her heart pounding in her chest. She knew she was in trouble.

The figure finally spoke, and his voice sent chills down her spine. "You shouldn't have come here," he said.

Jenna tried to reason with him, but the figure was unrelenting. He wanted something from her, something she didn't have. She pleaded with him to let her go, but he wouldn't listen.

Just when Jenna thought all hope was lost, she remembered the note her husband had left for her. "If anything ever happens to me, please don't blame yourself. I love you, and I'll always be with you."

In that moment, Jenna knew what she had to do. She summoned all her strength and fought back with all her might. She kicked and screamed, and eventually, the figure let go of her.

Jenna ran as fast as she could, not looking back until she was safely back home. She locked the doors and collapsed onto the couch, her heart still racing.

As she sat there, trying to catch her breath, Jenna realized that the mysterious message had led her to a dangerous situation. But she had also found the strength to fight back and survive.

From that day on, Jenna knew that she couldn't take her safety for granted. She had to be vigilant and aware of the dangers lurking around her. But she was also grateful for the message that had led her to confront her past and find the courage to fight for her future.

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About the Creator

Karun

🌿✨ Karun, a poet weaving emotions into verses, embarked on the journey of words to unearth the beauty of feelings. In the delicate dance of ink and emotion, my poetry delves into the nexus of the human heart and the natural world.✍️

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