Between Us and Oblivion
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Ongoing22m
Last published Sun, Nov 16, 2025
No synopsis, just a quote, song for each chapter, and some trigger warnings.
Quote: Living is the bravest thing that a person can do, and still I've never been as alive as when the blade met my skin.
Self harm, anxiety, mental health, terminal illness, hospital mention, abuse, alcohol abuse, depression, etc. Basically, everything, so please read at your own risk. (no sexual scenes at all (consent or not))
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