Submitted to: Contest #315

New Year, New Me!

Written in response to: "Write about a second chance or a fresh start."

Horror

This story contains themes or mentions of physical violence, gore, or abuse.

Hours upon hours of most carefully separating layers. It was like trying to pull apart two gold leaf sheets.

But at last, it’s done. And dare I say… it’s my finest piece of work. It’s absolutely perfect.

As I gently peel her face from her skull, I breathe a sigh of relief.

There it is. My fresh start.

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Oh, the prettiest of them all.

Posted Aug 08, 2025
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Korinne H.
17:01 Aug 25, 2025

woah, this is quite strange... I love it.

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Jack D. Yade
14:20 Aug 27, 2025

I’m really glad you do, Korinne, thank you!

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