Echoes from the Ashes of the Dragon Tear...

Written in response to: "Write a story where a character's true identity or self is revealed."

Creative Nonfiction Inspirational Urban Fantasy

Act I: Unexpectedly, your investigation leads you down a sinister path filled with chilling sorcery, a terrifying and unexpected discovery far more frightening than anything you could have previously imagined.

A significant portion of the supernatural population has migrated from the urban centers, choosing instead the less conspicuous environment of small towns where they can seamlessly blend in with the uniform and often unassuming lives of their human neighbors.

In the city’s core, your work as a private investigator often involves the clandestine observation of adulterous affairs, the tracking down of individuals shirking their duties to their companions, and the equally intriguing task of uncovering the provenance of various items, circumstances, or pieces of evidence.

What does it do? The more important question is: what is the reason behind its unnerving gaze, those golden, slit-like eyes, fixated on you?

The High Princess-Druid, a skilled artificer celebrated for her craft-writing and known by such aliases as Blood-Hunter, Dem-Goddess, mythic-hybrid, tri-bird, electric-witch, Luna-witch, known as a {Shadow-Witch,} vampire, and wolf-eyes shining purple, with her shifting powers, freelance-author, and creative-blogger activities ranks among the most significant figures, as does the Cleric-Truth, an angelic-soul individual also known as Germanic-Tribe and by the evocative name “Ice-Spirit.”

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The group are: Aurora, known as “Leviathan,” Lilith, also known by the moniker “Dark-one,” Phoebe Shadow-claw, who is better known by the name “Shining-One,” Lord Cyrus-Emery, a man of power better known by his alias “Wolf-Gang,” Mystra, my twin sister, and acknowledging your alias as the “Dark-Queen,” and myself: Raven-Wolf, known as “Ice-Spirit.”

The following is a story entitled {Twits: A creepy tale}, a narrative drawing inspiration from well-known urban myths, and it recounts the story of a hunter at the beginning of their journey.

To your utter surprise, the investigation reveals a sinister path filled with chilling sorcery and the unexpected discovery of two terrifying figures, Gold-Moon, better known as “Moonbeam,” and Raven-Wolf, also known as “Ice-Spirit,” both far more frightening than you could have ever imagined.

As the others in our group slept, I was led down two unforeseen spiritual paths; later, as I slept, I journeyed through the clouds, allowing me a closer look into the torment suffered by Gold-Moon, whom many called “Moonbeam," soul, and this was the warning sign was only for Raven-Wolf, knows as "Ice-Spirit."

Upon waking suddenly, my first thought was, what the fuck was that noise I just heard? The figure of Raven-Wolf, often referred to as “Ice-Spirit,” stirred doubts about the reality of the situation, prompting whether it was all just a figment of imagination, a dream from which I would awaken, but then the answer came to me, and the answer was a definitive “No.”

As Raven-Wolf, who is also referred to as “Ice-Spirit,” felt a chill, she started by putting wood on the fire, and because she was feeling wide-awake at that moment, she began moving around the group of friends until she went into the kitchen where she put the kettle on, but when one of her friends started talking in her sleep, she moved closer to that friend, and thankfully, she, meaning Raven-Wolf, who is known as “Ice-Spirit,” was fluent in that language.

The story that is being introduced at this point is entitled {Twits: A creepy tale}, and it is a narrative drawing its inspiration from well-known urban myths.

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The group are: Aurora, known as “Leviathan,” Lilith, also known by the moniker “Dark-one,” Phoebe Shadow-claw, who is better known by the name “Shining-One,” Lord Cyrus-Emery, a man of power better known by his alias “Wolf-Gang,” Mystra, my twin sister, and acknowledging your alias as the “Dark-Queen,” and myself: Raven-Wolf, known as “Ice-Spirit.”

Act II: For a narrative to be successful, successfully incorporating a resolution and showcasing a meticulously designed and implemented capstone with a well-structured approach are essential.

As you could probably imagine; the truth is: Raven-Wolf, known as “Ice-Spirit” for his frigid demeanor, and I am: Freelance-Author/Blogger/Creative-Writer.

A variety of mythological creatures, including witches, warlocks, and dragons, are expected at the gathering.

To effectively use this object or process, I need to fully grasp its functionality, capabilities, and the intricacies of its operations. What is most significant, surpassing all other considerations, is the unsettling and unnerving fixity of its gaze, its golden, slit-like eyes appearing to pierce right through you with an intensity that is truly unsettling.

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Next to the fireside was Raven-Wolf, who was identified by others as “Ice-Spirit,” ready to share a scary story that involved her twin.

Near my family’s old home, past the hills and next to the wonderful Athkatla castle, the castle dominates East Dusty Ridge Island, offering a view of Eastern Europe, and it is there that the story of my twin sister begins.

Considering that my twin sister, Mystra, recognized by many as the Dark-Queen, is currently planning to embody the persona of “The Lost Goddess” and immerse herself in a variety of genres such as paranormal mysteries and urban fantasies, I am curious to know whether you have any familiarity with the tales and narratives that revolve around The Lost Goddess and the experiences she has encountered.

Because her stunning multicolored hair beautifully highlighted her glowing skin, she captivated everyone who saw her.

At 16, after the death of our parents, she embarked on a journey to transform herself into the lost goddess, leaving everything behind.

One cannot help but notice the grim nature that permeates these dark fantasies.

At that critical juncture, Phoebe Shadow-claw, widely known as “Shining-One,” turned to Raven-Wolf, known as “Ice-Spirit,” and exclaimed with disbelief, “Are you conveying the message to us that your twin departed abruptly, leaving you utterly alone to navigate the profound loss of your parents’ passing all by yourself, is that correct?”

It was confirmed by Raven-Wolf, who is also known by the moniker “Ice-Spirit.”

Continuing on after losing touch with my twin, “Ice-Spirit,” turned her life into going to university- of {White Tower,} and becoming The High Princess-Druid, a skilled artificer celebrated for her craft-writing and known by such aliases as Blood-Hunter, Dem-Goddess, mythic-hybrid, tri-bird, electric-witch, Luna-witch, known as a {Shadow-Witch,} vampire, and wolf-eyes shining purple, with her shifting powers, freelance-author, and creative-blogger activities ranks among the most significant figures, as does the Cleric-Truth, an angelic-soul individual also known as Germanic-Tribe and by the evocative name “Ice-Spirit.”

I have received no communication from her for a significant duration, specifically many decades. The reason I have gathered you here today is that I am hoping to enlist your help in identifying some solutions to a problem, as her story concluded but certain questions remained unanswered, and I have been troubled by nightmares in recent nights.

It is vital to acknowledge the fact that she departed when she was only 16 years old, but it is important to realize that those times were challenging, as we engaged in terrible conflicts, which involved arguing with hurtful language, and my final words to her were, “never return, you are no sister of mine.”

I know you all don’t have too, might be sinister, a significant portion of the supernatural population has migrated from the urban centers, choosing instead the less conspicuous environment of small towns where they can seamlessly blend in with the corporeal form, supernatural, the path might be dangerous, and but I have to find the truth, often unassuming lives of their human neighbors, may not be human or from this demotion but I ask is there anyone will to take this quest.

Such symbols can signify a wide variety of concepts, including supernatural abilities, rarity, and even a connection to powerful or mysterious forces.

Wondering what her twin sister’s backstory was, Lilith, who is also known by the moniker “Dark-one,” was sitting on pins and needles as the group was listening intently.

Considering that you are Mystra, my twin sister, who is also referred to as the Dark-Queen, I was wondering if you are acquainted with the different legends and stories that have been told about The Lost Goddess. Leaving a lasting impression on all who gazed upon her, the stunning beauty of her hair, displaying a kaleidoscope of colors cascading down like a breathtaking rainbow, harmoniously complemented the radiant glow of her skin.

Defined not only by its divine strength and the safeguarding of a unique custom but also, importantly, by the existence of a maternal figure who inhabits the mystical and supernatural world, the period represents a time characterized by profound spiritual power, unwavering adherence to tradition, and the significant impact of feminine influence in the supernatural sphere.

On a dark stormy night, as Raven-Wolf, known as “Ice-Spirit,” was sleeping in her imagination took her on a journey not of this world, and as she was walking to through the dark forest, a university called Necrosorcery Academy, appeared as the fog lifted, then woke with sweat covered her from head to toe.

Having been interrupted yet again, I am not understanding what that has to do with your twin.} Someone asked, my reply was I’m fucking getting to it, and with a grin she returned to telling the story.

Despite the lateness of the hour, with midnight approaching, everyone remained engrossed in Raven-Wolf’s story, who was famously known as “Ice-Spirit,” as she approached the end, and when additional wood was put on the fire, it blazed upwards, nearly touching the roof top.

The collective group, with the notable exclusion of Phoebe Shadow-claw, also recognized as “Shining-One,” was deeply frightened, to the point of being scared out of their minds, as she spoke, inquiring whether something was “not right here.”

“Ice-Spirit,” what the {fuck} just then, a cool breeze floated around everyone, making the group to look up, then a smokey fog filled the room, and a creepy nose froze with a picture that looked so unfamiliar then spoke: {your all doomed, with an evil laughter trailed the just disappeared.}

According to Raven-Wolf, who is also known as “Ice-Spirit,” we should come to a halt for a period and allow ourselves to get some rest.

With the fire extinguished and everyone already asleep, Raven-Wolf, who is also referred to as “Ice-Spirit,” was finishing a cold cup of coffee and was preparing to go to her room when she saw a shadow figure walking down the corridor, prompting her to follow.

She gathered a lantern and with it in hand headed down a corridor where the atmosphere underwent a noticeable shift, yet knowing deep down that she was a warrior, she pushed on regardless of the changing environment.

Because she was not in her hometown, and with fog scattered all around her, she blinked twice when she reached the end of the condor, pushing through Raven-Wolf, otherwise known as “Ice-Spirit,” as she thought this was just a fragment of her imagination.

Raven-Wolf, who was also known as “Ice-Spirit,” thought that she was lost, and after concluding that, she felt that something was bugging her because this place felt familiar, until she eventually found herself back in her home cozier by a warm fire, even though sparks were flying out of control.

When she arrived back at Gold-Moon, which is also better known as “Moonbeam,” she woke up quickly and, noticing Raven-Wolf, who is also known as “Ice-Spirit,” she asked for a piece of paper before speaking or acting, and because I knew what that meant, I handed her the paper just as she drew.

With that said: {Gold-Moon, known as “Moonbeam,” was done with her drawing,} and then she handed to Raven-Wolf, known as “Ice-Spirit,” it’s a map, to finished the question, {The more important question is: what is the reason behind its unnerving gaze, those golden, slit-like eyes, fixated on you?} Raven-Wolf, known as “Ice-Spirit,” said are we ready to ask the gang to venture out on this journey.

The entire gang woke up; it had to be about 9o-clock in the morning, getting together our gear, packing up rations, for this long journey, since everyone is sitting at the table, Raven-Wolf, known as “Ice-Spirit,” I have to spill the beans, little chuckle there, and giving anyone a chance to bow out.

As we are required to travel to the Neverlands, we can expect to encounter a variety of mythological creatures, including witches, warlocks, and dragons, at the gathering, as we come into the picture and embark on this sinister path.

While I am cognizant of the fact that I left you in suspense concerning a story about my twin sister, I must inform you that the matter at hand is significantly more important, specifically, Gold-Moon, who is widely recognized as “Moonbeam,” a moniker familiar to us all.

To open the mouth of Devil’s Hole Cave successfully, a specific location within the boundaries of Neverlands, the group used a portal-key, which involved the application of magic, after they completed the locking up process.

Open your eyes, see what I see, feel what I feel, lets go howl at the moon, was written across the doorway of Devil’s Hole Cave, some would say: it was a warning, and Mysterious Investigations: typically involves investigating a new mysterious and often horrifying case, like a haunting or a strange death.

Right as Raven-Wolf, known as “Ice-Spirit,” was preparing to take roll call, Phoebe Shadow-claw, who is better known by the name “Shining-One,” and Lord Cyrus-Emery, a man of power better known by his alias “Wolf-Gang,” suddenly let out a scream as if a gust of wind had blown through the room, and then they disappeared as the fog lifted.

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My original name was Kathy Frizzell, but after I was adopted into a wonderful family, my legal name was changed to Chantel Inch. Because of my deepest sincerity, I convey my gratitude, offer my prayers, and express my profound appreciation for all the support that you have provided over the years.

Because I have survived the life-altering trauma of a double stroke, I now deeply value each day that I am given, and with that appreciation, I attempt to build a legacy that will last.

I want to express how much I appreciate the support that my sister-in-law has provided to me.

There is a heartfelt message that has been written just for you to discover, as I leave my footprints and my two beautiful children behind.

The sound of birds chirping outside my window roused me from my sleep, and as I became more aware, I reflected on the peculiar events that had unfolded during the night, finding myself grappling with the perplexing question of whether I had been lost in a dream or had been subjected to a nightmarish reality.

As the feather gently descended, Raven-Wolf observed with a quiet stillness, captivated by the vision’s ethereal and beautiful quality. Night’s rest.

There is no right or wrong way to grieve; the emotions are like a roller coaster, only time will heal. The family invites everyone to join them to laugh, cry, tell their stories, to say goodbye, show their respects, have closure and to heal with us.

The protagonist is unexpectedly drawn into a secretive assembly of literary enthusiasts, making them feel as though they have stepped into another world.

As my imagination took flight, I conjured up an image of Raven-Wolf, sometimes referred to as “Ice-Spirit,” enjoying a vibrant celebration that, in reality, was nothing more than a creation of my mind.

The unvarnished truth, in actuality, is what I am about to tell you in the following statements. The event of recovering from a double stroke occurred nine years ago from the current date.

Having prepared myself, I am ready to beat the odds that are stacked against me. Despite being paralyzed on the right side of my body and only being able to say {C,}, the prayers and support of my family aided in my recovery such that I was released from the hospital after only a month.

Having reached a point of readiness, I am enthusiastic to start the journey of fulfilling my dreams of being a freelance author, as well as teaching myself how to be a blogger, and being a creative writer. Amen.

Posted Aug 16, 2025
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