As I look back on the whirlwind of events that unfolded in "It's Tidal," I find myself grappling with a profound sense of uncertainty. The bonds of trust that once held our group together now feel fragile, like delicate glass on the verge of shattering. In the aftermath of betrayal and loss, I can't help but wonder if anyone can ever truly be trusted again. The secrets we uncovered and the lies we dismantled left wounds that may never fully heal, leaving me wary of opening up to others. Yet, despite the lingering doubt, there's an undeniable pull-a magnetic force drawing me back to the heart of the mystery. What really happened in our seemingly tranquil town? What dark truths lie hidden beneath the surface, waiting to be unearthed? As I stand on the shoreline, the crashing waves serving as a constant reminder of the tumultuous journey that lies ahead, I feel a surge of determination coursing through my veins. I may not know who to trust anymore, but I do know one thing: I can't rest until I uncover the truth. For within the depths of uncertainty lies the promise of answers-a tantalizing glimpse of the reality that lies just beyond our grasp. And though the path ahead may be fraught with danger, I'm ready to dive headfirst into the unknown, fueled by the relentless pursuit of the truth. ©2022 _itskevin

A billion-dollar clone, bought and raised as an extremely dangerous weapon, strikes out against those who manufacture and harvest clones for spare parts. ***** Duplicates are used for one thing: spare parts. Kept in Emulation Facilities, brain-dead and hooked to machines, duplicates never open their eyes. As a transplant nurse, Evette Ashford knows this better than anyone -- until a living, breathing duplicate shatters her life. Merely knowing he exists drags Evette into a deep, dark world of manipulation, danger, and control. Evette knows he just wants to find himself, but the corporation that created him are furious he's broken their control. So Evette must decide who to trust: the monster who forced her into this chaos or the monster who created him. [[IC Universe People's Choice]] [[1st Place, Writers' Olympics Dystopian Award]] [[1st Place, Oscar Sci-fi Award]] Content and/or Trigger Warning: This story is rated PG-13 for violence, language, and sexual content. This story will become free on January 31st!

Six high school students. One impossible mission. And a power they never asked for... Kidnapped by the ruthless bio-terrorist group NEMESIS, the teens are exposed to a new element called Primonium-unlocking abilities only the rarest of humans, known as Primes, could possess. NEMESIS plans to unleash Primonium into the atmosphere, creating thousands of superhumans and reshaping society on their own twisted terms. Rescued by Atlas Corp., a private military organization dedicated to stopping NEMESIS, the six teens are thrust into a world of danger, espionage, and powers beyond their imagination. As new Primes, they must progress with their abilities, trust each other, and confront a rising threat that could kill millions. From high school parties to global battlefields, these six heroes must stop NEMESIS before the world changes forever. Evolution isn't a choice-it's a responsibility. And the clock is ticking. 🧬🧬🧬 Red Skies is a semi-grounded superhero story with some light progression elements. Think of it as Captain America meets X-Men meets Power Rangers meets My Hero Academia. There will be three books in the series, each of somewhere in the realm of 30-35 chapters apiece. The series contains 3 POVs, each dealing with different themes, character development, and aspects of the story. Chapters are 2,000-3,000 words, every Saturday at 12 PM EST.

Luke's Dad was getting concerned as he flipped over the pages of his drawing book. "Hey luke, where do you get, these drawings? " "They're great! "Luke replies beaming, "And scary at the same time. " His Dad noticed that he was feigning all this excitement. Deep down he could see that he was scared, "Yah, they're... Scary. "his Dad says. "Some are in my dreams, "Luke says slowly. "You mean, the nightmares? "his Dad asks. "Yeah, "he replies. "Do they say anything to you? "his Dad asks. Luke suddenly seems frightened and looks down. "Hey, it's alright, you can tell me "his Dad says looking at him. "It's not okay Dad, "luke replies looking at him directly in the eyes. "What do you mean son? "his Dad asks fearing that his suspicions might be true. "They tell me not to tell anyone and if I do I'll be punished. "Luke says.

Sometimes the only spark of hope in a world riddled with chaos is a girl as broken and scarred as you. COMPLETE at 41 chapters.

She was curious. But she didn't know her curiosity would lead to loving the boy. Maybe his silence was what surprised her the most.