The first thing Hao Ning felt when he opened his eyes was a throbbing pain in his head. He had no idea of where he was or how he got here. Anywhere he looked, he saw only a sprawling field of green grass. Its long blades swaying in the wind with a quiet rustle caressed the ears, and the smell of flowers filled the lungs with every breath.
Everything seemed so familiar and yet unknown.
The cloudless sky reflected in the youth's eyes, and it seemed to him somewhat more faded than usual. Then his flow of thoughts was suddenly interrupted by a calm voice:
- The Gates of the World of Ghosts have opened, Hao Ning. Be welcome in the Middle World.
That exact moment became a milestone in the lives of many people. It was destined to change the course of the future, shackle the order of the universe, and reveal the truth long lost. For it led to a fateful meeting of two people, whose love challenged the Gods and burned the cities in the raging flames of one-man interests.
Hao Ning, a kind and brave young man, will have to right the wrongs of the past, go through trials unnumbered, find true friends, and boldly face the dangers to experience true grief and find happiness in the end.
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The original language of this story is Russian. This story wouldn't see the light of day without a wonderful translator - Farulvsdotter!
I also cannot but thank the artist huaepiphany! Thank you for the cover - https://ibb.co/Lzzn3SQ
No words can express my gratitude. And thanks to all of you who read this! I hope you enjoy the story!
When Jane Madarang's neighbor Natalie kills herself and leaves behind cryptic instructions, it's up to Jane and her classmates to unearth deadly secrets.
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Natalie Driscoll is dead.
She threw herself out a window and left her neighbor Jane to unravel their town's darkest secrets. Following Natalie's instructions leads Jane to three other high school students who all have something to hide. The four of them must carry out Natalie's final errand while solving the mysteries written in her diary. But the secrets they unearth may be far more dangerous than what they ever imagined.
Content and/or trigger warning: This story contains scenes of suicide, violence and murder that may be triggering for some readers.
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