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The Vanishing Passenger
Alex sat in his usual spot on the late-night commuter train, half awake, staring out the window at the fog that clung to the tracks. It was a dreary ride home, as it always was. The train car was nearly empty, the only other passenger being an older man sitting across from him.
By Hridoy Hasan12 months ago in Horror
The Stranger at the Window
David Turner lived in a quiet apartment on the top floor of an old building. The street below was always bustling with traffic, but his apartment was a peaceful retreat away from the noise. He’d lived there for years, enjoying the solitude it provided. That is, until the figure appeared.
By Hridoy Hasan12 months ago in Horror
The Haunted Photograph
Lila Andrews had always been captivated by photographs. Each one told a story, frozen in time, and she had spent many hours flipping through family albums. So, when she discovered an old box of forgotten family photos in her grandmother’s attic, she was eager to go through them. Most of the pictures were ordinary—smiling faces at birthdays and family gatherings. But one photograph caught her attention immediately.
By Hridoy Hasan12 months ago in Horror
The Whispering Trees
Marcus Miller had always found solace in nature. Living in a small cottage on the edge of a forest, he had made it a routine to take long walks through the trees, away from the noise of the city. The rustling leaves, the chirping birds—it was the perfect escape.
By Hridoy Hasan12 months ago in Horror
The Forgotten Room
Sarah Grayson had always dreamed of owning a house. After years of renting, she finally saved enough to buy a charming, old Victorian home on the outskirts of town. The house had character, with its high ceilings, creaky floors, and antique fixtures. It was exactly what she wanted—a project to restore, a place to call her own.
By Hridoy Hasan12 months ago in Horror
The Last Message
Eliot Hayes had never believed in ghosts. Sure, he'd heard the stories—tales of people hearing voices, seeing figures in the shadows, or even receiving posthumous messages from loved ones. But Eliot had always dismissed them as coincidence, imagination, or grief-driven fantasies.
By Hridoy Hasan12 months ago in Horror
Catacombs - Horror Under Paris
While wandering through one of the winding streets of Paris, I came across a long queue of tourists waiting in front of a small door. Curiosity struck me—what were these tourists waiting for? I heard many different languages as I walked past the long line, confirming that whatever lay beyond that door had undoubtedly captured the attention and curiosity of travelers from all over the world.
By QuirkTales12 months ago in Horror
The Cursed Red House of Pasir Ris: Singapore’s Most Haunted Residence
Among Singapore's many tormented areas, the Pasir Ris Red House stays as one of the most scandalous. Coordinated in the tranquil neighborhood of Pasir Ris, this unwanted home has for a surprisingly long time been the subject of staggering legends, magnificent sightings, and chilling frightening experiences. Neighborhood people and spirit trackers the identical have shared records of paranormal exercises encompassing this uncommon house, controlling its excess as perhaps of Singapore's most frightening spot. In any case, what is the affirmed history behind the Red House, and what dreadful proof exists to help its chilling standing?
By Kyrol Mojikal12 months ago in Horror
