The Thorns Which It Bears
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MatureOngoing4h 21m
Last published Sun, May 10, 2026
Sarah dreams of the Labyrinth. Jareth dreams of having her. Her dreams become a nightmare as she is pursued night after night by the man she once refused. Will she be able to escape? To resist him once more and keep her freedom? Will she want to?
*First 5 chapters edited/rewritten as of 9/21/23*
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