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| Original Title | 心の鬼 |
|---|---|
| Author | 清水 紫琴 |
| Genre | Modern Short Fiction |
| Author Type | Female Author |
| Summary | In Kyoto's affluent Nishijin district, Oito is the beautiful wife of Shōtarō, a wealthy merchant consumed by an insatiable greed for money and an even darker, all-encompassing jealousy. Her life, once ordinary, descends into a chilling nightmare as Shōtarō’s paranoia escalates from petty accusations to brutal violence, sparked by innocent encounters and perceived slights. Trapped within the confines of her home and her husband’s deranged mind, Oito finds herself battling not just for her freedom, but for her very sanity. As Shōtarō's grip tightens, isolating her from family and solace, she faces an impossible choice: endure a living hell that strips away her spirit, or risk societal ruin to escape a possessive 'love' that proves more monstrous than any outward foe. Can Oito survive the demon within her husband, or will she be consumed by his madness? |
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