The shadow of the fallen
gabbycrys
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  • Reads 438
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  • Parts 34
  • Time 5h 7m
gabbycrys
Complete, First published Jul 14, 2023
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The Circus of Death. That's how they call it in legends.
They say that about half a century ago, it arrived in Port Fallen, the place where the unknown incident occurred that ended up incinerating the tent with its owner inside.
Zara is challenged by her best friend to summon Ashton, the alleged owner of the circus, who, he claims, will manifest to claim her as his own.

Third place winner in Tricolor Triennial Awards 2023, "Horror/Paranormal" category.
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