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The shadow in the mirror

Obsession

By Divine AshimolePublished 9 months ago 3 min read
Modern now

# The Shadow in the Mirror

In a small, rural town, there stood an antique shop with a peculiar reputation. The shop was known for its eclectic collection of items, but one artifact in particular drew in customers: an old, ornate mirror. The mirror's history was shrouded in mystery, and its presence seemed to evoke a sense of unease in those who gazed into its glass.

# The Legend of the Mirror

According to local legend, the mirror had once belonged to a reclusive woman who had made a pact with a malevolent entity. The woman's obsession with the mirror had consumed her, and she eventually disappeared under mysterious circumstances. Some said that the mirror was cursed, while others believed it was a portal to another realm.

# The Curious Case of Emily

One stormy night, a young woman named Emily visited the antique shop. She felt an inexplicable pull towards the mirror, and as she gazed into its depths, she saw a figure standing just behind her. But when she turned to look, there was no one there. As the days passed, Emily found herself becoming increasingly obsessed with the mirror, feeling an intense connection to the reflection that stared back at her.

# The Shadow in the Glass

As Emily's obsession grew, she began to notice strange occurrences around her. She would catch glimpses of a shadowy figure lurking just out of sight, and the mirror seemed to be exerting some kind of influence over her. The reflection in the mirror began to change, its eyes turning darker and more menacing with each passing day.

# The Descent into Madness

Emily's friends and family grew concerned as she became more and more withdrawn. She would spend hours staring into the mirror, conversing with the reflection as if it were a living being. The lines between reality and madness began to blur, and Emily found herself trapped in a living nightmare.

# The Mirror's Secret

One fateful night, Emily's loved ones discovered her in front of the mirror, her eyes black as coal, and her skin deathly pale. She was muttering to herself, her voice barely audible. As they approached her, they saw the reflection in the mirror – and it was not Emily. The figure in the glass was twisted and distorted, its eyes glowing with an otherworldly light.

# Conclusion

The mirror was never seen again, and Emily's fate remained a mystery. Some say that on certain nights, when the moon is full and the wind is howling, you can still see Emily's reflection in the mirror, trapped forever in a realm of darkness and terror. Others claim that the mirror's curse lives on, waiting for its next victim. The truth remains unknown, but one thing is certain: some secrets are better left unreflected.Here's an expanded version with more details:

# The Shadow in the Mirror

In the rural town of Ravenswood, a small antique shop stood on Main Street, its windows filled with an assortment of peculiar items. Among the collection, one artifact stood out: an old, ornate mirror with an intricate gold frame and a glass surface that seemed to ripple like water. The mirror's history was shrouded in mystery, and its presence seemed to evoke a sense of unease in those who gazed into its depths.

# The Legend of the Mirror

According to local legend, the mirror had once belonged to a reclusive woman named Elizabeth, who had made a pact with a malevolent entity to gain ultimate knowledge. The woman's obsession with the mirror had consumed her, and she eventually disappeared under

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About the Creator

Divine Ashimole

“Living life,one adventure at a time”

“Coffee fueled, creativity driven” love making memories

One moment at a time “

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