A Second Life Inside My Novels

Cathedra's name, though simple, held a profound significance. You may choose not to mention her surname. In the world of typical fairy tales, where readers would find the familiar phrase "And they lived happily ever after," Cathedra saw something extraordinary. She discovered three elements hidden beneath the surface: 1. The word "lies" repeated like a haunting echo. 2. A vivid, moving image that revealed a different reality. 3. A silent plea: "Please tell the truth." For her entire life, Cathedra dedicated herself to becoming a writer, determined to share the truths revealed in that enigmatic picture. She aimed to expose the discrepancies in the well-known fairy tales that everyone took for granted. However, her efforts were met with disbelief and skepticism. People labeled her a liar, a creative misfit, and an orphan seeking attention through her tales. The world shunned her, leaving her without love or companionship. As she concluded each novel, delving into the darker truths within the fairy tales, Cathedra reached a breaking point. Frustrated by the weight of her isolation, she contemplated ending her own life. But instead, she found herself transported into the very stories she had written, living a life she had always dreamed of alongside the characters she now considered her only friends. At first, Cathedra reveled in this newfound happiness. But soon, she realized an ominous presence lurking within her narratives, one with a sinister motive – to silence the one person who dared to uncover the truth.