What She Left Behind (+ Audiobook)
17 parts Complete (See Chapter 1 for Audiobook Version). When a beloved elder passes away, her quiet cottage becomes the centre of an inheritance dispute - and a battleground between entitlement and truth. As the family circles like vultures, convinced of their right to claim what was never really theirs, a gentler story begins to unfold behind the scenes.
This is a story of quiet resilience, of care given without expectation, and of the quiet strength it takes to hold on when louder voices try to take over. A tale of warmth, loyalty, and the quiet power of those who refuse to be crushed.
Neko (noun)
/ˈnɛkəʊ/
A human with additional feline features-soft ears, a quiet tail, and heightened balance and hearing.
Typically smaller and physically weaker than the average human. Moves gently through the world, more prey than predator. Agile when needed, quick to flee, not built to fight.
Usually introverted. Very trusting. Kind. Nervous by nature, with instincts tuned toward survival. Prone to anxiety and easily overwhelmed by chaos or hostility.
Most commonly found working in cities-quiet cafés, back rooms of shops, restaurants-places where they can contribute without drawing attention. Rare to find them outside urban areas.
Most at ease in calm surroundings, far from threat or noise.
Prone to being mistreated by humans who see only difference. Often exploited in society due to their inability to question authority or fight back.
Origins unclear.
See also: Ren Elwood.
See also: strength, of a quieter kind.
Rating:
Contains zero sexual content. However, it does contain themes of discrimination, emotional neglect, and humiliation, which may be upsetting for sensitive readers.
Rated PG/12+