Hosonuma Akio had a plan. A well-structured, step-by-step plan for a respectable career and a stable life. He aced university with honors, secured a steady job, and was ready to climb the corporate ladder. Everything was under control. Then he met her.

Do Not Read This Journal is a dark fantasy short story inspired by the Western Cape of South Africa, blending gothic horror and psychological suspense.

For Tsukishima Miyuu, rebellious prodigal daughter of a world-famous scientist, rules have always been more like suggestions—and suggestions are easy to ignore. But after one too many “creative” stunts, her father finally snaps and pulls the ultimate parental power move: shipping her off to Harmo...