You and your best friend are trapped in the wonderful world of exaggerated nose bleeds and cliches, anime. You have two days in each individual anime, at any random time period. Your friend, is an anti-social otaku, with anger issues, exceptional smarts, and general self defense ability. Each main character is a clue, but it is up to you to decipher it's meaning.
I do not own any of the anime characters, nor do I own you. I do, in fact, own Nao, the best friend. Constructive criticism is appreciated. If any anime you enjoy has yet to make an appearance, request it in the comment section of the first chapter. I apologize if I include inaccurate info, or grammatical errors.
A criminal mastermind makes a bold move against a wealthy client to put himself in a position to retire in comfort. He has no idea what he's up against when a young widow, desperate to make ends meet, sets her eyes on earning the bounty set on his head.
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Newly widowed housewife Melody Scott needs to earn some major cash, fast. When her bright and busy children learn that a priceless ruby bracelet has been stolen and a six-figure reward is being offered, they convince her to try to do what the police, museum security, and the best private investigators have failed to do. Working against them is a notorious thief who has met people from around the world, but who has never once encountered a woman like Melody Scott. When the sweet innocence of the Scott family clashes against criminal forces more dangerous than they ever imagined, Melody is all too aware that a mom's got to do what a mom's got to do to protect her family.
The Widow, Melody Scott is a 2021 Watty Award Winner!
Content Warning: This story does contain depictions of stalking behavior.