In the heart of a bustling metropolis, a silent guardian emerges from the shadows, his identity concealed behind a mask. Alex Turner, a brilliant scientist deaf since birth, is bitten by a radioactive spider during a groundbreaking experiment. Transformed into Silent Spider, he navigates the city's dangers with newfound powers-heightened senses, agility, and a unique ability to communicate without words.
Alongside him is Gwen Stacy, known as Spider-Woman, a figure as astute and agile as the arachnid she's named after. The duo's seamless partnership in protecting the city becomes the stuff of urban legends, yet their unspoken connection goes beyond the battles they face.
As they confront a mysterious adversary known only as The Whisperer, the city becomes a battleground of trust, betrayal, and resilience. Whispers of danger intertwine with whispers of love, echoing through the night as Silent Spider and Spider-Woman navigate the complexities of heroism.
The revelation of Silent Spider's true identity reshapes the narrative, transforming the once-silent guardian into a symbol of hope and inspiration. The city, now aware of its hero's face, celebrates the legacy forged in the crucible of shadows.
Whispers of the Night explores the delicate dance between partnership and something more, as the heroes grapple with personal and heroic challenges. With a backdrop of urban landscapes, the story weaves a tale of love, trust, and the enduring strength found in the echoes of forever.
Luke has been in love with his best friend, Taylor, for too long now and it's getting difficult to be around him. He knows it's time to move on and find someone who can make him happy, but he feels like that will never happen, not with the way Taylor has his heart...
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Being in love with your best friend is hard. Luke Peterson knows this better than anyone else, as he's agonized over his feelings for Taylor Schofield for the past five years. So when he meets the handsome and confident Will Carson who wants to help him get over Taylor, it seems like the perfect chance for him to move on. But can Luke truly give Will a chance? Or will his heart always belong to his best friend?
Content and trigger warning: This story contains descriptions of suicide and homophobia.
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Cover designed by Holly Thurston