I thought that the black cat must be a ghost cat. Why did it keep showing up for me endlessly? How can I escape from the black-faced four-legged guy? Who only stalks my life like it's a stalker.
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A week from now something big will happen that will change my life forever. The cause was a black cat. If anyone comes and talks to my face like this. I probably thought the person talking was crazy. Sloppy, nonsense talk. and not paying attention to listening or keeping things cluttered with thoughts But in the end the event actually happened. I can't believe it!
I saw that black cat for the first time. While returning from work, arriving at a private residential condominium. Being on the 5th floor out of 12 floors is quite frustrating. For discrepancies in the regulations that the juristic person has announced. One of the many regulations is to prohibit room owners from keeping any type of pet.
Because it disturbs the overall well-being of upper class society, this word "high class" is what I call myself. This is true. Because of all the people who are here It is considered to be higher than the 1st floor. The basement floor is a parking space. In addition to the area outside the building, which can park only 30 cars at most.
Even though there are rules like that But the caretaker allowed a stray black cat to appear untrustworthy. How can you come and walk around in the residents' living areas? My frustration wouldn't be as great as this. If it weren't for there being something in his eyes. That was causing trouble inside me that I couldn't tell.
At first I didn't intend to make eye contact. But it is more appropriate. As I was stepping out of the car after parking in my familiar parking spot, I suddenly felt something appear from nowhere. He came in and wrapped his legs around his legs until he was startled. along with a cry which is an indicator that it is a cat.
I looked down at the place where I heard the sound. Then he suddenly saw the person who came acting as if he knew him well. We've been friends or important people for a long time. Even though I fear and hate cats I don't want it to come close. Why doesn't this cat go anywhere? Trying to rub myself against my calf. Even though it doesn't come into direct contact with the skin because it's blocked by stockings, however.
I was still horrified and had goosebumps. So he quickly closed the car door and walked away. Focus on moving your feet as quickly as possible. But it looked like he wasn't going to give up easily, so he half walked and ran quickly behind him.
As I used the key card to enter the elevator hall before the door swings back to its original position. The disgusting creature had finally leapt through the gap.
"Damn it! What kind of cat is this? How long will you bother me?"
"Meow"
The cause seemed unaffected. Instead, he sat still and curled his tail back and forth. He raised his head and stared at me with mysterious, black eyes. His body was already black and his eyes were black again. Oh!.. scary.
I didn't dare look into those black eyes for a long time. Turn to press the button to wait for the elevator. Luckily no one had used it before. As soon as the elevator door opened I hurriedly stepped in and pressed the number 5. I was feeling relieved that we had survived. But where was it before the doors moved completely together? I looked out at…eh. Where has that black cat gone? Don't tell me that...
“Meow”
"Hey..! When will you come in? Very quickly.
Being allergic to cat fur, I backed up against the elevator wall. Just standing a few steps away makes it feel like your allergies are starting to flare up. Looks like he's suddenly having trouble breathing As soon as the floor number on which the elevator stopped appeared, "5" lit up, and the door slowly slid open. I hurriedly walked out into the middle corridor between the two rooms.
Of course, the black cat followed behind without stopping. I walked faster and looked behind me. Alas..it also accelerated faster.
Is this a ghost cat or something? Why do you have to mess with me? Finally I decided to run. In order to be as far away from it as possible, it's not far away. That's it. I saw the number sign in front of the room. I quickly opened my shoulder bag. He quickly searches for the room key. When we reached the door, we didn't wait. Grab the key, insert it into the hole and twist it.
Then he opened the door and led himself into the room. I turned around and closed the door as quickly as I had ever done in my life. To the point that if he was brave enough to rush in during that time, He would probably be pinched to death and stuck in the crevice between the frame and the door.
For this reason Since that day I became paranoid of everything moving around me. Until other people who saw it and didn't understand the reason looked at it with strange eyes. Everyone probably thought that this woman was not normal. Somewhat psychotic. Never mind them. No matter how you want to understand, I'm just not interested. The only thing I want is to be free from the pursuit and pursuit of that ghost cat.
But the truth is not as easy as hoped. The next day and the next, I continued to be watched by uninvited visitors whose intentions were unknown. Almost immediately, he emerged from his room and into the rest of the building. It's like that black cat. Always waiting in front of the room door.
Ever since I escaped it into the safety of my private space. Or at least those that are thought to be immune to the threat.
On the second day, I gently opened the door enough to allow me to stick my head out and examine it to be sure. When you don't see anything suspicious So he quickly sneaked out of the room. Then he continued to sneak up to the front of the hall. Turned left, right, front and back, didn't find anything. I reached for the elevator call button, but the door suddenly opened on its own even though I hadn't yet pressed it.
When I saw what was in the elevator I immediately opened my mouth wide. I want to scream as loud as I can. But with the utmost shock The sound just disappeared. It must have been the same black cat. I will never forget the mysterious, eerie eyes that stared at me. In the end, I decided to walk down the stairs instead. Even if you must be extremely tired
It's good that it didn't chase after him. I made my way down to the bottom floor in trouble. Breathing heavily like someone competing in a long-distance race nearing the finish line. This saliva is so sticky it will kill you. When do you normally walk down 5 flights of stairs?
I went straight to the juristic person's office because I wanted to know the truth. Even though it's still very early in the morning The caretaker hasn't come to work yet. But there was one housekeeper who had to come clean early in the morning. I found her busy dusting the line in front of the reception counter. So I rushed in to call.
“Sister Lin,” she stopped the hand holding the feather stick. He turned around and followed the sound.
“Good morning, Ms. Nuch,” the middle-aged housekeeper greeted in a cheerful voice. Brother Lin is a friendly person. I like to talk to her often about miscellaneous matters. Each time we meet face to face Therefore there is quite a close relationship.
“Isn't there a rule here that prohibits keeping any kind of animals? So why yesterday? Even if there is a black cat that can come and hang around inside the building? It must be a Thai cat from the appearance that Nuch saw.”
“Eh! Is it true? But I haven't seen it yet. Where do you see Khun Nuch?”
“In the basement of the building, where Nuch likes to park his car regularly. It appeared from nowhere. And always followed Nut. Plus, he came in and rubbed himself against my legs. When he walked away, he followed. To the point of following the elevator all the way to the front of the room. If Nuch hadn't been quick enough by now, he would have gotten into the room by now.”
“Really dead, that much. Oh..where are the stray cats? They are so bold.”
“Is it a stray cat? Still understand that it is someone's cat. which is unlikely to belong to the residents Because no one would dare break the rules. Is it possible that it belongs to the legal entity that takes care of the building?”
“As far as I know There's no one to take care of me. Because both Mr. Saroj and Mr. Nipit are people who don't like cats. He likes dogs.”
“Eh..is that so? Anyway, I'd like Brother Lin to help inform both of them. Please find me and find a way to get me out. Otherwise, Nuch probably wouldn't be able to concentrate on her work. I'm just worried about this strange cat. This was just a moment ago when I was about to get off the elevator. I also met a cat that was said to be sitting in the elevator. Until Nut didn't dare enter.
I had to walk down the stairs until I was tired.”
“Really dead..I feel sorry for Khun Nuch-chan for 5 levels. OK, I'll let you know if Mr. Saroj and Khun Nipit arrive. Don't worry.”
What a person who uses the exclamation "death" so often. I don't really like it. But you have to pretend you don't hear. However, I still count on your help. I say thank you Then hurried straight to the car. This is quite late, I won't be able to get to work in time.
The third day falls on Friday. I hope to hear good news from Brother Lin that the black cat can be driven away, although deep down I know that it is not easy. Last night after returning to the accommodation I did not encounter any frightening events. So I was able to sleep somewhat, but not fully. Today I had an appointment to meet a customer at a vegan restaurant.
I let him choose the restaurant because I didn't know much about this type of food. I normally don't eat large animals, but I still eat pork, chicken, duck, and aquatic animals. So today will be the first day that I have the opportunity to eat food that is completely meatless in every menu. Not sure either. If vegan food could make a first impression on me,
I might seriously quit eating meat. However, today is the important day to get the client to sign the contract. Please install the water filter of the company I work for at their factory. The clothes you wear must be meticulous. What outfit should I choose that will push up my breasts to make them look sexy and plump?
Even though my mother gave me enough to not embarrass anyone, it was still necessary. When it's time to show off in front of men You need to look majestic and draw his eyes to one point. A see-through black evening gown is the most suitable. Finish it off with a necklace of large, beautiful, white pearls from the Andaman coast. Maybe he'll continue eating me tonight after dinner..who knows?
Everything went well. Incredibly smooth The restaurant is luxurious and has a good atmosphere. The food is beautiful, unusual and very delicious. It's hard to believe that everything is made from plants only. And he's handsome as hell in a fine black suit. His eyes never strayed from the focus I was trying so hard to convey. Then the situation gradually
Proceed in a satisfactory direction Eventually, we continued our intimate conversation at a motel. Just as he and I were reaching the important point of kissing each other with our tongues, a voice suddenly rang out, destroying the atmosphere.
“Meow”
I gasped and immediately stopped everything. As he pushed his body above him away and asked in a trembling voice
“Did you hear anything just now? ” He looked at me in bewilderment and surprise. His expression answered the question perfectly.
“Did you hear anything? I didn't see or hear anything. Are your ears ringing?”
“Meow”
“What is that? It's loud again.”
He started to look annoyed. As a result, the lust that had arisen earlier quickly disappeared. In the end, I couldn't connect. Because his mind was only concerned with the image of the black cat that he remembered. As for him, he probably understood that I had changed my mind and claimed about the noise because he couldn't hear it. So I was like an abnormal person who made up stories to deceive.
It was the result of the sound I heard alone at a crucial moment. Has destroyed all hope until it is lost. Late that night, I returned to my room exhausted and exhausted.
The fourth day falls on Saturday. You don't have to go to work so you can wake up late. When I suddenly stood up and sat on the long sofa in the living room, I don't know what time it is. It must have been quite past noon. The incident at the motel made me lose all desire to think about anything. Ok, I lost my hearing and hallucinated that I heard the sound of that black cat. Or did you really hear it? And if you really heard it The next question is
What was it doing there at that time? Because the motel I was staying at was with an important customer. It's probably more than 30 kilometers from here. The more I think about it, the more unlikely it gets. The more the fear increased, it doubled more than before. What should I do to escape this once and for all?
I feel a headache So he took one paracetamol tablet, size 1,000 milligrams. Then he staggered all the way to the bathroom. Before opening the door to deal with yourself, let's look at being a little more human. by going straight to the sink As I was picking up a toothbrush to squeeze out the medicine, I looked at the mirror.
That's when I heard a frightening sound. Such a high-pitched sound that felt like it could cut the skin until it fell off. The most shocking thing is I soon became aware of the horrifying cry. emanating from his own throat The reason was because I saw that black cat in the mirror. It stared at me with pitch black eyes.
Black, unable to distinguish which part is the black eye and which part is the sclera They were all black, the same color as their fur. Whole body black, devoid of any other color. Then everything around him went black as if it had been swallowed up in a black hole. My consciousness was suddenly cut off, I lost contact with the outside world in an instant.
The fifth day falls on a Sunday that is supposed to be a rest day. I was unconscious for days and nights. Until I woke up again today. At first I wasn't sure how long I had slept. Until I heard the sound of the landline telephone used to communicate inside the condominium building ringing. In fact, the sound must have been loud for a while before I realized it.
But the person who called to my room probably wouldn't give up easily. It looked like they had a life-or-death emergency so they wouldn't hang up easily. I lifted myself up with great difficulty. Initial self-inspection found no injuries. There was no visible pain in any part of the body. Considered to be truly fortunate that he did not fall over and hit his head on the ground first.
If that were the case, I might already be dead. The phone still rang, as if urging me to come pick it up quickly. I slowly walked over and grabbed the handset that was hanging on the wall in the living room. Then enter a voice that sounds like someone who just woke up.
“Room 515, right? Oh, is it Brother Lin? Is there something wrong?”
“Khun Nuch, are you okay? Oh..the voice doesn't sound good at all. Everyone is worried. I mean The man who lives next door to yours. He had heard a woman screaming loudly since midday yesterday. Then everything went quiet. make him feel worried
So I called down to inform Mr. Saroj. After a while, Mr. Saroj called up to Ms. Nuch's room, but no one answered. So I asked him to help me come up and take a look. I've tried knocking on the room and calling Khun Nuch many times. But it appeared completely quiet. There was no sound that would indicate that there was anyone in the room. But I know that Khun Nuch normally doesn't go to work on Saturdays.
It's probably in the room anyway. While deciding whether to go down and inform Mr. Saroj Should I try using the master key to unlock the door to come in and check? Please try knocking again to be sure. then call your name Now there is a response.”
“What do you say? Whose voice is that, Brother Lin? ” I felt a sudden chill. My heart raced, afraid of the answer I would hear.
“Whose voice will it be? If it wasn't your own voice, who would it be? When I explained the matter to you, Your voice answered loudly. Sorry for making you all busy. Now there's nothing else. That's all. Oh..At that time I was still a little surprised. Why did Khun Nuch keep this to herself? Quickly cut short even though there was no clarification about the sound at all.
But I didn't dare to ask further. Because you might want to rest. Finally, he went down to report to Mr. Saroj. But no matter what, I can't help but be worried. So today I tried calling to check. This is if Khun Nuch comes to pick me up a little later. I might have to go up and knock on your door again.”
The more I listened, the more violently my hand holding the phone trembled. Until he had to use his other hand to squeeze his wrist. while asking about another matter that was bothering him
“Uh..Brother Lin. And regarding the black cat that I asked for help, I agreed that ”
“Oh..I have already informed Mr. Saroj and Mr. Nipit. And he checked the images from every CCTV camera in every building. But I haven't seen any black cats yet, Khun Nuch. The day Khun Nuch said she found it in the basement of the parking building. Then he ran after me and went up the elevator. Both Khun Saroj and Khun Nipit said that from watching the clip at that time, they saw only Khun Nuch alone.”
“But I really saw a black cat. Why would I lie?” My voice was so dry and weary. Even I myself can feel it. I couldn't believe it myself either. What the hell is this? Why did it have to happen to me alone?
“Let it be. Khun Nuch, stop worrying and take it easy. Don't be stressed. I don't think Khun Nuch is a person who likes to lie. But there must be something that causes misunderstanding. Let's just say Khun Nuch is fine now, not sick in any way, right?"
“Yes, not hurt, not sick. But I feel..very tired. I don't want to go anywhere or do anything.”
“I understand, Khun Nuch, take a lot of rest. I won't disturb you. Hello."
" thank you "
After hanging up the receiver back on the wall. I feel insecure From the beginning I believed that I had definitely seen a black cat. Now my beliefs have been completely refuted by the housekeeper's words. Until there is almost no trust in yourself left anymore. For the first time I thought You may have abnormal symptoms and create stories about ghost cats that don't exist. Everything, every event.
I may be seriously ill. But I didn't have the courage to tell Brother Lin. This feeling is torture. Heavy on every part of the body Until I want to die to be free from mental pain. In fact, I began to realize that I was in a dream world. Or is it the truth? A voice rang out in his head. Go get some sleep and you'll feel better.
I'm not sure whose voice it was. Is it really my voice?
The feeling after that was hazy. It seems like there's someone else in the room too, but who is it? Because I've been alone here for almost 5 years now. Ah..
The sixth day, Monday, the first day of work of the week has arrived once again.
I'm afraid of something I don't understand. It's like knowing from within that something will happen tomorrow. So he intended to write a diary telling the story of everything that had happened to himself over the past several days. I don't know if I'll be able to write a note the next day or not.
At least if something actually happens to me. There are still these characters left to help tell the story. Let anyone who accidentally stumbles upon the diary know the truth. I think to this day I'm starting to get confused between that girl and this girl. Who really am I? If you say this, you'll probably be confused.
That is, when I felt myself open my eyes The first sound that entered the ear was
"Today I would like to take a leave of absence from work. I am dizzy and tired and feel like I have a fever. Thank you very much. Hello."
Is that strange? That's probably my voice. But I didn't say It came from the mouth of a woman who had been wandering around my room since yesterday. Before I was so drowsy I fell asleep. I still haven't seen her face. What's curious is how he came to be in the room. Since when? I had to call to inform the condominium forensics department immediately. Really shocking!
Even in my own room, there were people I didn't know living with me without knowing anything about it. The picture you see now is the ceiling of the room. I remember before I felt sleepy. Both eyelids are very heavy. And I just finished talking on the phone with the housekeeper. Then what happened?
Yes..I can imagine. When I began to be unsure of what was true and what was false Suddenly, a voice sounded in his head. But it seemed like it was coming from somewhere not far away. It sounds like my voice, but it shouldn't be. I really hate this half-dream, half-real feeling. This is the sound. He spoke until I subconsciously followed suit. Told you to go to sleep.
And I easily believed it. Eh..! Let's think carefully about the sound from yesterday and the sound from just now. So similar, like they were spoken by the same person. I actually walked in and fell asleep on the bed myself. So the ceiling you see here is the bedroom ceiling. It's definitely not wrong. I turn my head to look at the source of the sound. The figure of a young woman was seen sitting in front of a makeup table. I only see the back
Even the reflection in the mirror is blocked. There you are, holding my iPhone in your hand. What right do you have to dare to interfere with other people's personal property? I felt an outburst of emotion. Until I wanted to get up and walk over and pull her so she turned around right away. But when trying to exert force It appeared that the body did not move as expected.
What else is wrong with me? Why can't I get up? It was like all strength had been drained away. He couldn't even move his arms and legs. Have we become paralyzed like that? He could only turn his head, open his mouth, blink his eyes, the fear of something he still didn't understand happening to his own body. Make me crazy Out of curiosity, I tried to pronounce it softly.
It appeared that no sound came out of his throat. My already fragile heart was even more shattered. No matter how hard he tried to make a sound, he was unsuccessful. Finally, exhausted, exhausted, hungry and wanting to eat something. Periodically, I heard a loud rumbling sound in my stomach. Hunger is torturous. I can't even move my body. How can I go find something to eat? I worry about all kinds of things.
I don't know how much time has passed. That woman had left the room a long time ago. Probably in the living room area. My stomach still makes loud noises that I can only hear. After a while, my muscles all over my body started to hurt. In addition, there was pain inside the bone, as if something was digging into it. I wanted to scream out loud to match the pain that was causing me, but I couldn't. The whole room was completely silent.
It was quiet until you could hear the tick of the alarm clock on the bedside table. I concentrated on the sound of the second hand ticking. To forget the physical pain, for more than 3 hours of continuous transformation, I felt like the bones throughout my body were shrinking. There is heat circulating through various organs.
At one point the excruciating pain peaked until I couldn't stand it. Open your mouth and moan. There was a soft noise emanating from me. It was the only joy that came to me in the past few days. When I tried to move my arm, I was able to lift it a little, probably because my strength was very low. This is the only chance I have to take.
Because he couldn't know how long he could move his arms. I remember placing a small notebook and pen on the nightstand and slowly moving my arm to reach for them. Even though he was still sprawled out and weak on the bed. Finally, a small notebook and pen were in hand.
I forced my forearms up, resting my elbows on the mattress. Place the notebook above your chest. Turn a blank, lineless page. Then proceed to write the letters Yo-Yay starting from the first day you met that black cat..
I don't know what time it is. Write to this line I was close to entering what could be described as A sleep from which you may never wake. Why I feel this way I can't answer. Just know it from within. If I don't wake up tomorrow This will be the last message in the record….
“Meow ..meow meow.”
"Where are you? Night...come here." Meow!
“Meow”
"Until you come out, you're playing hard. Let's eat breakfast."
A beautiful young woman in a familiar looking business outfit. The clothes and hair looked like someone with whom I felt very familiar. Who are you? But hey, I'm really hungry right now. It's like I haven't eaten anything in many days. So I quickly ran towards her who called out to me. A tantalizing aroma emanated from the flat, round object.
It was near where she was eating something, sitting on a large lump that looked very soft. When I saw it, my hand was itchy and I wanted to jump up and scratch it.
I bent down and sniffed at the strangely shaped pellets in front of me. How enticing and inviting to taste it. I couldn't resist and tried chewing one. "It's delicious." So I lapped it up until my throat felt dry. So he turned to the shiny, flat, round object that stood next to it. He bent down and licked the water with delight until he was full.
The reflection in the water Is this what I look like? I never knew before. It's like I've seen it somewhere before but can't remember. It must have been a long time ago.
finish.