Tighnari, a 15-year-old student at Teyvat High School, found himself on the brink of despair, driven to attempt to end his own life. His desperate act caused him to lose his memories, leaving him in a state of confusion and disarray.
Alhaitham never saw it coming. He horribly miscalculated how distant he was. He didn't realize how much he didn't remember. And he never expected to see his friend again.
Emilie, the school's loner who all but remained in the shadows, suddenly steps in to the forefront to meet an old friend.
Kaveh who had almost damaged his relationship with Alhaitham beyond repair, abruptly comes to his aid during a time of need.
After breaking up from their four-year relationship, Nilou and Cyno have to start new lives without each other. But things take a turn once a friend is in danger and they're forced to work together to help him.
And a depressed Collei, drowned in her work and her responsibilities, finally learns how to stay afloat thanks to an unexpected encounter.
Seven paths suddenly cross after 2 years. Some say it's fate, others pass it off as mere coincidence, but all hope to regain what they've lost.
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This story discusses sensitive topics such as suicide, suicidal thoughts, eating disorders, death, mental illness, and self harm. If you are uncomfortable with any or all of these, please avoid reading.
[NOTE: This takes place in a modern AU, so characters' personalities, backstories, etc. are subject to change.]
"You're different from what I expected," she said softly.
"How so?" he asked, glancing at her.
"I don't know," she replied, searching for the right words. "You just... have this way of making people feel like they matter. Even here, in this... nightmare."
He was quiet for a moment before responding. "You matter, Y/n. Don't forget that."
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Y/n wakes up in the deadly Squid Game, surrounded by strangers and fighting to survive. What she doesn't know is that the mysterious Frontman is watching her every move through the cameras- and she's caught his attention.