8cc Stories

"The Weight of Borrowed Sorrows" is a haunting dystopian tale set in the city of Virel, where grief is no longer intangible but a commodity sold and extracted. Kael, a young scout who refuses to relinquish his own name, navigates a world where emotions are traded for a lighter existence. When a mysterious young collector named Eira rises rapidly in power by refining grief, Kael is drawn into a dangerous game-one that blurs the line between release and destruction. As Kael confronts his past and what he stands to lose, he must decide how far he'll go to protect what can't be traded. Dear Reader, Thank you for stepping into Virel with me. This city is a place of shadows and hidden currents, where every sorrow carries a weight, and every choice reshapes a life. As you follow Kael's journey, I hope you feel the tension between release and risk-because sometimes, the things we try to give away are the very things that keep us whole. I'm so glad you're here, and I can't wait to see where this story takes you. With all my heart, Tahmina Morshed

Evan Vale has a dream. Unfortunately, he also has zero social skills. Online, he's confident, admired, and somehow cool. In real life, he is the literal opposite. But when he accidentally joins a band, gets dragged into late-night rehearsals, and meets people who refuse to leave him alone, Evan's quiet life starts to fall apart, in the best way possible. With a guitar in hand and no idea what he's doing, he might finally become more than just another background character.

In the underworld of power and blood, two hearts collide. One is shrouded in darkness, and the other is desperate to escape the shadows Ariana Valdez is a quiet, fiercely independent girl working as a waitress in a small café in the bustling city. She's used to blending into the background, hiding from the world, and carrying the weight of her dark past. But when she spills coffee on a man she'd rather not cross, her life is pulled into a world she never imagined. Dante Russo is the heir to the most feared mafia family in the city. Known as the "Shadow King," he's ruthless, cold, and impossible to defy. His power is absolute, his enemies tremble, and love is not in his vocabulary. But something about Ariana's defiance and fire intrigues him. When Dante learns Ariana is connected to someone who betrayed his family, he makes her his captive-not for revenge, but to unravel her secrets. Ariana, however, isn't the broken girl he assumes. Beneath her soft demeanor is a fierce survivor. The more time they spend together, the more their walls crumble. Dante begins to crave her light, and Ariana sees glimpses of the man hidden behind the darkness. But love in their world comes with a price. Trust is fragile, loyalty is tested, and danger is never far away.

In the neon-lit streets of Tokyo, "Akuma to Yonaka" follows the riveting tale of Katsuki Yoshida, a powerful mafia figure who returns to Japan to reclaim her family's empire from her treacherous uncle. Little does she know that the true puppeteer behind the empire is none other than her ex-boyfriend, Akimitsu Hasegawa, known as the Devil. As Katsuki delves deeper into her quest for retribution, her assistant, Hiroshi, devises a strategic plan to ambush Akimitsu. The nightclub encounter proves to be an electrifying confrontation, with Katsuki using a poignant song performance to signal her presence and send a message to her ex-lover. The story unfolds against the backdrop of the Tokyo nightlife, where love, betrayal, and the thirst for power intertwine. As Katsuki and Akimitsu clash, secrets from their past resurface, igniting a perilous and passionate battle. "Akuma to Yonaka" explores the intricate dance of power, love, and revenge as Katsuki seeks to reclaim her legacy and confront the Devil from her past. The story promises to unveil deeper mysteries, shifting alliances, and the true extent of these characters' desires and ambitions.

Azure's mental illness is ruining her life. Her parents just died, and her social worker dropped her off at a homeless shelter. Today SETI found aliens. But the voice in Azure's head brings her to a certain yard in Atlanta, where a man gives her a strange object and a mission. [participant in the Royal Road Writathon challenge] Also participating in @justwriteit 30 Day Challenge Apr2025 and 8 Chapter Challenge MarApr2025

Liam and Aria are in a 2 years of relationship until one day Rose gave up on their love story because she's tired of waiting for him to come back and find other man. DISCLAIMER: This is a work of nonfiction. Unless otherwise indicated, all the names, characters, businesses, places, events and incidents in this book are either the product of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner.

In 1996 a boy wrote his thoughts in a journal. In 2018 a girl was given a journal to read. Separated through time one journal connected these two teenagers. By writing and reading they will soon learn to grow from their struggles that ties them down. M was a carefree daughter who loved to spend time with her parent's, but one day she said something that she would regret forever because she never got the chance to apologize for it. Now she lives with her Aunt and Uncle who love her dearly, but M struggles to open up because she is afraid she might hurt them too. One day after coming home from a fight in school, M was given a journal that would help her connect with those who love her. N always had good grades and was the golden child. Expected to become what his parents wanted him to be, he never really knew what he wanted. Soon he saw the world as bland with no real reason to keep on going anymore. He never made his own friends as his parents would make him befriend those who are beneficial for him. Now he writes in a journal that he has something to live for. Right? One day a new girl transfers to the school and she makes him see in color again. Struggles are hard to go through especially as a teenager. How do you grow from a parent's death? How do you connect with someone when you're afraid too? What is it to live for yourself? Can you carve your own path even when you're expected to fill another role? On the weekend people forget their worries and questions, but when Monday comes around it's time to face those struggles and sometimes we're not ready for it. But today is Monday, so are you ready?

In a small town, Emily Brooks runs "Sweet Delights," a bakery struggling to stay afloat. Lucas Hale, a powerful CEO with a secret passion for pastries, stumbles upon her shop and is captivated. As Lucas supports Emily through her challenges, their worlds collide, leading to unexpected changes and a journey of transformation and trust.

A story of ones sorrow from their failed crime. How does Benjamin's arrest affect those In his life and those outside of his life. Is all hope lost for him? Well Mora should hope not. How does Benjamin's friends save him Is what everyone wants to know.

It's the year 3000, and Kalista Chu is about to have it all. After seven arduous years at the prestigious Central Academy, she is finally on the verge of graduation. All that stands between her and a high-level government position are the infamous Final Exams, a series of impossibly difficult tests that will ultimately determine her class ranking and potentially score her a life-changing job in the Collective. But on the morning of Finals, disaster strikes. A bomb is set off in the Collective Chambers and kills the entire line of succession, leaving the government without a leader and the world in chaos. The students of Central Academy wake up to find that they are now players in the most dangerous and high-stakes Finals in history, with a chance to become the leader of the entire known world. The rules are simple: the last one alive wins. Each day brings new challenges, and each night brings new kills. As friends become enemies and resources begin to run out, Kalista is forced to deal with her past and determine just how far she is willing to go for a position that others would kill for. New chapters on Wednesdays! Content warning: mild violence and murder

Two struggling Broadway actors meet, and fall in love.

[FEATURED IN WATTPAD FANTASY: Mythology & Folklore]. [FEATURED IN WATTPAD FANTASY: Romantasy List]. [FEATURED IN WATTPAD JUSTWRITEIT: 8CC | November to December 2023 Reading List]. [FEATURED IN PROJECT ATHENA: Other Worlds Await | Fantasy Reading List]. [FEATURED IN NEWLY WRITTEN BOOKS: Our Favorites | Newly Written Books Picks]. *** Have you ever wondered where does "inspiration" come from? Airin did not think much about the exact answer to that question, she thought she had the answer for herself at least: Children. She truly believed that she was saved by the beauty of imagination, of inspiration that she saw in her young students at her work as a preschool teacher. She basked everyday in their creativity, imagination, and those strengthened her when her mother died suddenly, her relationship with her father went from bad to worse, and her life was turned upside down. After a fight with her father, she ran away to a forest where she encountered two strangers: Xander, an injured royal warrior and Lyanna, a little girl who was also the crown princess of the kingdom of Halgard, a kingdom in another universe where myths and reality enmeshed. A kingdom favored by the gods Zeus and Apollo, a kingdom with such a powerful treasure: Elegarii, a treasure that greatly influenced the lives of human in Airin's universe too. When she ended up in Halgard because of a cunning scheme of a sorceress, she thought Xander was the only person she could trust, until she uncovered secrets about his wounded past that made her heart tremble in doubt: Who is he really? Among the chaos of a coming war with the evil forces, and the stakes that became so high, Airin fought for her life, and for her universe. And in her struggle, she found out what love could do to a wounded heart, and a real, physical answer to the question: Where does "inspiration" come from? === AUTHOR'S NOTE: Please leave comment/vote if you like the story! Cover: Canva.

When Alyson returns to her grandparents' house to help settle what's left of it, she finds herself standing inside seventeen years of memory; both tender and unkind. The walls remember her laughter, the air carries the rhythm of her grandparents' routines, and every object seems to wait for her to finally notice what's changed. In her dreams, Joe appears softer and attentive in the ways he never was when they were younger. Waking up from them feels like forgetting a language she once knew by heart. When they meet again by chance, the conversation feels less like reunion and more like reckoning. Paint Stains is a quiet story about home, inheritance, and the parts of ourselves that remain even after we've outgrown the walls that shaped us.

On a search for his missing brother, Will's investigation leads him to an alternate reality where he suddenly finds himself ParaDark Enterprises's most wanted. What is supposed to be a world free of crime, murder and hunger, the high chancellor of Infinite City's Empire is declared murdered and things are not in Will's favour when all evidence points to him. Determined to prove his innocence, Will takes his brother's case into his own hands where he learns of a terrifying discovery. Project Infinity. Which doesn't appear as it seems. It all started on a search for his brother whose whereabouts remain unknown. To get back home, there is still so much that he doesn't know. All he does know is that it won't be easy.

In a world scarred by forgotten machines, two scientists unearth a language capable of commanding nanobots - KEOM. Elias believes it is humanity's salvation; Kaori fears it is its curse. Their creation will not only shape the future, but awaken forces that question who truly holds control: the makers, or what has been made. Originally written in Spanish. Translated into English for the 8 Chapter Challenge.

After an accidental death, our protagonist is roped into a seemingly never ending cycle of reincarnation by a mysterious god, who thrust upon him the mission of putting an end to an evil organization plaguing the world, and restoring balance. Despite being granted the chance to live new lives, there is a catch. A time limit. If our hero cannot defeat the evil organization before time runs out, he will die and repeat the cycle in a new life.

Broke college girl Julia and cold billionaire Arthur enter a fake dating contract, but what started as a deal might turn into something real. This story is my entry for Wattpad's 8Chapter Challenge!!

"Theo gave up everything for Dylan... but will Dylan realize the truth before it's too late?" After a sudden, unexplained absence, Theo returns to his boss, Dylan, with one request-financial help. But Dylan, swayed by the whispers of friends, believes the worst of him. What he doesn't know is that Theo has sacrificed his family, his future, and even his health to support Dylan's dreams. Unaware that he's on borrowed time, Theo hides his terminal illness behind quiet smiles and fading strength. But there's one secret Theo can't bear to tell-the love that never faltered, even when Dylan forgot him. Now, as Theo's time slips away, Dylan must confront the truth: some sacrifices are made in silence, and love, if not seen, may be lost forever. Can Dylan open his eyes in time?. ··· General Trigger Warning: This story contains themes of loss, heartbreak, illness, and emotional distress, which may be triggering for some readers. - Note: This is a work of fiction made purely from my imagination, sparked by my brokenhearted era. Lol. Any resemblance to actual events or people is coincidental. - I'm a forever amateur writer wannabe, so forgive me for any inconsistencies. There are times I'm full of passion while writing, and other times my obsessive self just wants to finish the chapter so I can move on to the next part where I'm really invested. In any case, thank you for any support-reads, votes, comments, and kind feedback are welcome! If you liked it, please share! --- ©2024 · Mari√ @Lazyscorpii Any parts of the story may not be shared in any form without permission.