Chapter 4: Strange

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Fate stepped in when my teacher asked me to give Niklauz  a tour of the school. As we walked, a sense of déjà vu hit me, stirring old memories. Niklauz talked about our childhood friendship and playing together before life separated us. These forgotten memories flooded back, leaving me overwhelmed.

Lost in my thoughts, I barely noticed Niklauz's words until a chill ran down my spine. His question unearthed my buried fears. Then, I saw it—the dark figure looming behind Niklauz, filled with malevolence.

Terror surged, urging me to flee, but I couldn't move. Grabbing Niklauz's hand, I sprinted down the empty corridors, my heart pounding. The oppressive shadows seemed to chase us, mirroring my own fears. Despite the chaos, a determination to confront the darkness grew within me.

Later, I sought refuge in the bathroom, seeking a break from the turmoil. My respite was shattered by knocks at the door. Bracing myself, I opened it to a surreal sight—a reflection of my younger self. Memories of the playground and a sinister presence rushed back.

Before I could react, the darkness appeared again, trapping my younger self. I lunged forward to confront it but felt a cold touch behind me. Adrenaline surged, and I broke free, locking myself in again, waiting for the bell to end recess.

Afterwards, I sought comfort in Vincent, only to find him morphing into the very darkness haunting my nightmares. The realization hit me hard—the shadows weren't just in my mind.

In that moment, reality crumbled, trapping me in a nightmarish labyrinth with no escape.

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