Underneath The Shadows Novels & Stories

Cassandra winced, tying off the thread before looking up at Aubrey. Her face was pale, and there was a shadow in her eyes that hadn't been there before. "The Black Shadow Forest is the darkest secret in this entire region, Aubrey," Cassandra said, her voice barely a whisper. "It’s a place where the sun never really reaches the ground. Everything you’ve never seen in your life... things that shouldn't exist, they lie there. It’s the home of the rogues and the exiled wolves. The ones who were too violent or too broken for any pack to keep."

--- From the fractures— --- Shadows bled through. --- Not shapes. --- Not beings. --- Possibilities. --- Unformed. --- Dangerous. --- “What the hell is that?” Adrian demanded. --- Elena’s voice dropped. --- “It’s what happens when nothing is decided.” --- The shadows surged. --- Not attacking. --- Not targeting. --- Expanding. --- Spreading through the cracks— --- Filling the gaps she created. --- “Elena, we need to move—now!” Adrian snapped.

[The Shadowless] The moonlight felt wrong. It was a cold, clinical light that cast no shadow behind them as Dante and Ivy stepped toward the monastery gates. They were two figures of flesh and blood walking across a landscape of white ash, but beneath them, the ground was hauntingly blank. Their shadows had already crossed the threshold, independent and silent, leaving them feeling untethered—ghosts that hadn't yet realized they were dead.

Because somewhere within the palace walls Hidden behind titles and loyalty Someone believed they were still in control Someone believed they were unseen But that illusion was about to break Slowly Carefully Completely And when it did There would be no escape Because now The shadows were no longer hunting alone They were being hunted

Golden arrows slowly emerged, timidly trying to chase away the shadows of the night. The great fire disc made its appearance. First, it emerged as a red line growing wider and wider until it rose victorious into the angelic blue sky, ready to stretch its arms over the whole earth. It tamed its color slightly, becoming comforting as it shyly soaked up the night frost with which you would think it was soothing its own color.

(Ethan’s POV) It is almost sunset, and the hotel’s roof garden was one of the most incredible spots of the Grand Lake Hotel. You can already see from here the beauty of Springville Town. It has not changed much for six years except for this hotel and other small shops or businesses. After that, there was nothing added in this town like I never left. The couple who got lost in the forest allowed Dad to construct another hotel. For many years, the town has been quiet, and no one has ever witnessed the opening of a portal or that entrance from hell, yet many wait for that day. The Council of the Moon Shadows has continued to monitor it, but so far, the only thing it did was give revenue to the

Its eyes were as red as blood and its presence gives a chilling and horrifying feel. “The two witch kids...have you heard about the prophecy?” The twins looked at each other being puzzled. “Oh, I see, I would be glad that I will be the one to tell your fate...” The evil of shadows made them confused. “...if one of you succeeds to become the ruler of the separate worlds, it will be the end of everything.” As Falla moved her pace to her brother trying to hide at her twin's back, Talon eventually vanished and was nowhere to be found. The evil of shadows moved closer in her direction. She feels heaviness and high tension as the evil comes closer and closer to her.

Imade opened Natasha's eyes to the realities of poverty as they shared experiences like eating street food and using public transportation. Imade discovered Natasha's privileged status and was amazed by it. However, Natasha's father disapproved of her behavior and lifestyle, especially her involvement in parties and association with people from lower social classes. He eventually made the decision to send her overseas to pursue her studies in business administration. Natasha and Imade's friendship had only lasted for a year, but their bond went far beyond mere friendship. However, after Natasha's departure, all attempts to reach Imade proved futile. Her little phone had malfunctioned, causin

The real challenge—the battles, the decisions, the loyalties that will be tested—has yet to come. I breathe in the night air, sharp and clear. Moonlight bathes me. Shadows flicker between the trees. Somewhere out there, danger waits. And I—finally, fully—am awake.

Lucky there’s nothing deep needing stitches. In my grieving and broken state, I begin to feel faint. I let myself go and pass out. Opening my eyes I feel myself transported into another realm. Standing in front of me is my grandmother’s house which stands in front of a looming property which I dare not go near. The “LeFleur” mansion. A place said to belong to my ancestors from centuries ago. A place that continues to haunt my dreams since a child. Something about this place calls to my soul, it pulls me and begs me to return. The house stands in the Normandy countryside. She feels it in the wind and air, she feels it in the depths of the earth, it’s as if a spirit like a piece of me is locke