The Echo
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Nothing's wrong.
That's what everyone keeps saying.
But Yuhi knows the hallway never used to stretch that far. The shadows weren't supposed to whisper. And that thing wearing her friend's face... it blinks too slowly.
She remembers fragments of moments that never happened. Voices of people she doesn't know. Figures of people she's never seen before.
---.𖥔 ݁ ˖ 𖥔 ˖ ݁ 𖥔.------.𖥔 ݁ ˖ 𖥔 ˖ ݁ 𖥔.------.𖥔 ݁ ˖ 𖥔 ˖ ݁ 𖥔.-----
Btw, English isn't my first language so I apologise in advance for any spelling/grammar mistakes. And also, this work has..
✩ Graphic Descriptions of self harm and suicide
✩ Realistic depictions of abuse
✩ Strong language
I will add a TW at the top of the chapter if there's anything potentially triggering, and an Author Note at the end of every chapter.
Enjoy reading!
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In the snowbound lands of Gusu, King Lan Wangji is feared for his icy silence and merciless justice. For him, rules are sacred-and dark magic is an unforgivable crime. Far away in the forgotten village of Yiling, Wei Ying lives a simple life-cheerful, chaotic, loud, dramatic, and way too charming for anyone's good.and also hiding a tiny, forbidden magical secret (okay, maybe not so tiny). He protects his people . To his small clan, he's not only a king-but a savior. When Gusu declares war on Yiling, the silent king and the theatrical troublemaker are forced to face each other. Swords clash. Sparks fly. And somewhere between battles and bickering, a different kind of war begins-the one in their hearts. Expect: • Flirtations hidden under death threats • Accidental romantic confessions mid-fight • Melodramatic exits (and entries) by yours truly, Wei Ying • Wangji being emotionally constipated but somehow still hot • Forbidden magic, ancient secrets, and a love neither destiny nor war can deny Because destiny may have made them enemies-but fate? Fate has a wicked sense of humor. This is a BL (Boys' Love) fantasy filled with comedy, romance, mystery, overacting, and unapologetic flirtation. If you're ready for chaos, cuddles, and conflict-welcome aboard. The characters may resemble real people, but they are entirely fictionalized and do not reflect the real personalities or lives of any actors or individuals. Hate is not welcome here. Respect and kindness are always appreciated. Thank you for reading and supporting my very first story!
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