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13th Block

A thrilling ghost story

By Thavarasa Thanujan Published about a year ago 7 min read
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Deep in the heart of the city, there was a neighborhood that the locals referred to as "13th Block." It was an area that had seen better days, and the buildings that lined the streets were old and dilapidated. But it wasn't just the physical state of the area that gave it a reputation. The people who lived there whispered of strange happenings that occurred in the dead of night. They said that there was a presence in the air that made them feel uneasy, and that sometimes they could hear strange noises that they couldn't explain. But nobody dared investigate the source of these mysterious occurrences. That was until a group of university students decided to take matters into their own hands.

The group was made up of four friends, all in their early twenties. They were studying architecture, and for their final project, they decided to document the history and architecture of the city's oldest neighborhoods. When they heard about 13th Block, they couldn't resist the opportunity to explore and document the area's unique buildings and history. They planned to spend the night in an abandoned building that was rumored to be haunted.

As they approached the building, they could see that it was indeed in a state of disrepair. The roof was caved in, and the windows were boarded up. But they were determined to explore it, so they climbed through a broken window and made their way inside.

The interior was dark and damp, and the air was thick with the musty smell of old age. As they made their way through the building, they could feel their nerves getting the better of them. But they pressed on, their curiosity driving them deeper into the abandoned structure.

As they reached the third floor, they began to hear strange noises. It sounded like someone was walking through the building, but there was nobody in sight. Suddenly, the door to a nearby room slammed shut, and they heard a low growling sound coming from behind it. They hesitated for a moment before gathering their courage and pushing the door open.

Inside the room, they found a mess of old furniture and debris. But as they looked closer, they realized that something was off. The furniture was arranged in a strange pattern, and there were symbols etched into the walls. They couldn't decipher the symbols, but they had a feeling that they were related to the strange occurrences in the area.

Suddenly, the room began to shake, and the students realized that they were in grave danger. They tried to leave the room, but the door wouldn't budge. They were trapped, and they could feel a presence in the room with them.

As they huddled together in fear, a figure appeared in front of them. It was a woman dressed in old-fashioned clothing. She had a sad look in her eyes, and the students realized that she was a ghost.

The ghost began to speak, telling them the story of how she had died in the building many years ago. She had been a resident of 13th Block, and she had died in a fire that had swept through the building. Her spirit had been trapped in the building ever since, unable to leave.

The students listened in horror as the ghost recounted the many strange occurrences that had taken place in the area over the years. She explained that the symbols in the room were a warning to those who dared to enter the building. They were meant to keep people away from the ghostly presence that haunted the area.

The students realized that they had made a grave mistake by entering the building. They had disrespected the history and the spirits of the area, and now they were paying the price. They begged the ghost for forgiveness, promising to leave the area and never return.In the end, the ghost relented, and she allowed the students to

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their journey out of the building. They stumbled out into the night, shaken but relieved to be free from the ghostly presence that had haunted them. They made their way back to their dormitory, where they spent the rest of the night in silence, pondering the strange events that had unfolded.

The next morning, the students woke up to find that their experience in 13th Block had made the news. It seemed that they were not the only ones who had been affected by the ghostly presence in the area. The locals had been reporting strange occurrences for years, but nobody had ever been brave enough to investigate.

The students realized that they had stumbled upon something far greater than they had ever imagined. They had not only uncovered the history of 13th Block, but they had also brought attention to the plight of the ghostly spirits that haunted the area. They vowed to return to the area and help preserve its history, ensuring that the ghosts of 13th Block would never be forgotten. And as they left the area for the final time, they could still feel the presence of the ghostly spirits that had haunted them, a reminder of the power and mystery of the unknown.

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Days turned into weeks, and the students couldn't shake off the experience they had in 13th Block. They started to have nightmares, seeing the ghostly woman and hearing her voice in their dreams. They knew they had to do something to ease their troubled minds.

After some research, they found out about a psychic medium who was known for her ability to communicate with spirits. They decided to reach out to her and arrange for a meeting. The medium was a middle-aged woman named Cassandra, and she lived in a small house on the outskirts of the city.

The students arrived at Cassandra's house feeling nervous and unsure of what to expect. Cassandra welcomed them warmly and invited them to sit down in her living room. She asked them to describe their experience in the 13th Block, and they recounted everything that had happened in great detail.

Cassandra listened intently, nodding her head as they spoke. When they finished, she leaned forward and spoke softly.

"I can sense that the spirits of 13th Block are still with you," she said. "They have latches onto your energy and are trying to communicate with you. But don't be afraid. They mean you no harm."

Cassandra closed her eyes and went into a trance-like state. She began to mumble under her breath, and her body shook slightly. The students watched in amazement as she seemed to be communicating with something or someone that they couldn't see.

After a few minutes, Cassandra opened her eyes and smiled.

"I have spoken to the spirits of 13th Block," she said. "They have a message for you."

Cassandra took a deep breath and spoke slowly.

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"The spirits want you to know that they are at peace," she said. "They have been stuck in the 13th block for many years, but now they are free. They thank you for bringing attention to their plight and for preserving the history of the area. They also want you to know that they have forgiven you for intruding on their space."

The students felt a weight lifted off their shoulders. They were grateful for the closure that Cassandra had given them, and they left her house feeling lighter and more at peace than they had in weeks.

From that day on, the students never forgot about the ghosts of 13th Block. They visited the area often, paying their respects to the spirits that haunted it. They also shared their experience with others, hoping to raise awareness about the importance of preserving the history and memory of forgotten places.

As time passed, the area around the 13th Block began to change. The dilapidated buildings were restored, and new businesses and homes were built. But the memory of the ghosts that had haunted it remained, a reminder of the power of history and the importance of honoring the spirits that had come before us.

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Thavarasa Thanujan

One of the wonderful arts in this world is writing. There are many wonderful things in this world of writing. This site hosts masterpieces from all over the world. I am also proud to be a creator on this site.

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  • jenusan jenuabout a year ago

    nice work

  • luxan sankaabout a year ago

    its a nice story

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