I Thought It Was Common Possession [side Story] นิยาย & เรื่องราว

The ending of 'I Thought It Was a Common Possession' was such a rollercoaster! Initially, I thought it would wrap up neatly with the protagonist reclaiming their lost item, but the twist in the final chapters totally caught me off guard. The story takes a dark turn when the 'common possession' is revealed to be something far more sinister—a cursed artifact tied to a forgotten royal lineage. The protagonist, who’d been chasing it for so long, realizes they’ve been manipulated by the artifact’s true owner, a shadowy figure from their past. The final confrontation is intense, with the protagonist sacrificing their own memories to break the curse. It’s bittersweet—they save the day but lose all recollection of the journey. The last scene shows them living a peaceful life, unaware of the adventure they once had. It left me staring at the ceiling for hours, wondering about the cost of victory.

What really stuck with me was how the author played with the idea of 'possession'—not just as an object, but as something that can consume you. The side characters’ arcs also wrapped up beautifully, especially the rival-turned-ally who takes up the mantle to protect the now-neutralized artifact. The open-ended epilogue hints at a new cycle beginning, which makes me hope for a sequel!

The villain in 'I Thought It Was a Common Possession' is such a fascinating character because they aren't your typical mustache-twirling antagonist. At first glance, the story seems to revolve around misunderstandings and mundane objects, but as the layers peel back, you realize the true menace is the protagonist's own best friend, who's been subtly manipulating events from the shadows. What makes them so chilling is how relatable their motives are—jealousy, insecurity, and a desperate need for control. They don't wield magic or superweapons; their cruelty lies in psychological warfare, gaslighting the protagonist into doubting their own sanity.

What really got under my skin was the slow reveal. Early chapters paint the friend as supportive, even comic relief. Then little cracks appear: a misplaced item here, a 'harmless' white lie there. By the time the protagonist realizes the truth, the damage is irreversible. It's a masterclass in how everyday relationships can hide toxicity. The villain's final monologue, where they justify their actions as 'helping,' is downright haunting. Makes you side-eye your own friendships for a while!