River of Blood
Chapter 1: The Forbidden Waters
In the remote village of Vishangh, a thick mist always loomed over the Kaaldhara River. No one dared to touch its waters. Legend had it that centuries ago, a mass slaughter had turned the river red, and the souls of the murdered still lurked beneath the surface. But when a group of outsiders arrived, curiosity led them to make a grave mistake.
Chapter 2: The First Signs
Rohan, a journalist, had come with his friends—Aisha, Vikram, and Neha—to uncover the truth behind the "River of Blood." The villagers warned them: "The river chooses its victims. Once it sees you, it never lets you go." Ignoring the warnings, they set up camp near the banks. That night, Neha woke up screaming—her arms were covered in bloody handprints. But there was no one around.
Chapter 3: The Whispers Beneath
The next morning, the river had changed. The once-dark waters now ran crimson. Aisha swore she heard whispers coming from beneath the surface—cries of agony. Vikram laughed it off, calling it paranoia. To prove there was nothing to fear, he dipped his hand into the water. The moment his fingers touched the surface, his face twisted in pain. He pulled his hand back—his skin was peeling off, as if the river was feeding on him.
Chapter 4: The First Victim
Panic set in. They tried to leave, but the village exit was blocked—thick fog covered the road, making it impossible to see. That night, Vikram vanished. His screams echoed through the forest, but when they found him, his body was floating in the river—eyes hollow, mouth twisted in a silent scream. The villagers only said: "The river has begun its feast."
Chapter 5: The Cursed Ones
Realizing they were trapped, Rohan and the others searched for answers. The village elder revealed the truth: the river had once been a battlefield, where innocent people were slaughtered in betrayal. Their blood had merged with the water, cursing it forever. The only way to survive was to offer a soul to the river.
Chapter 6: The Ultimate Choice
With no other option, Aisha and Neha made a horrifying decision. They had to sacrifice one of their own. As the river called out, whispering in their minds, the three turned on each other. In a desperate moment, Neha pushed Aisha into the water. The river churned violently as Aisha's screams faded. The next moment, the water turned calm—black instead of red. The sacrifice was accepted.
Chapter 7: The Survivors
The next morning, the fog cleared. Rohan and Neha ran from the village, vowing never to speak of what had happened. But as they reached safety, Neha turned to Rohan and whispered: "The river never forgets." Before he could react, her eyes turned blood-red, and a sinister smile spread across her face.
Epilogue: The River Waits
Years later, a new group of travelers arrived at Vishangh. The river, now red again, shimmered under the moonlight. And from its depths, a whisper echoed: "More blood... more souls..."
Moral of the Story:
Curiosity can be deadly. Some secrets are meant to stay buried, and those who ignore warnings may awaken horrors that can never be escaped.
