Featured Story: A Cross to Bear - A Horror Comedy

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It was a night like any other—if, of course, your nights are filled with rattling windows, howling winds, and the occasional ethereal moan wafting through the cracks of your crumbling old house. Such was the case for Simon Finch, a perpetually nervous fellow with a penchant for finding himself in the most inconvenient of circumstances. Tonight, however, Simon would be joined by a savior he never knew he needed—his newly acquired Stainless Steel Cross Necklace, with its 24-inch rounded box chain glinting in the dim candlelight like the beacon of salvation that it would soon prove to be.

Simon had recently come into possession of the cross after visiting a quaint and ominous little shop on the corner of Shadow and Despair (or perhaps it was Elm Street—he couldn’t quite recall). The simple sign atop the door read "MLD Trading". The kindly old shopkeeper, with a grin far too wide for her weathered face, had assured him that this cross was “special.” And by special, she meant capable of warding off any manner of ghostly apparitions, ghoulish grins, and the sort of trouble Simon had an uncanny ability to stumble upon.

It had been only two days since the cross had found its way around Simon’s neck, and yet, in those 48 short hours, Simon had noticed… peculiar occurrences. There was the odd creak in the floorboards that never led anywhere, the sudden flickering of his once reliable candles, and, of course, the dreadful wailing that seemed to echo from the attic just as he was about to enjoy his evening tea.

Tonight, however, was different. The usual clamor was replaced by a silence so heavy it seemed to press against the very walls. Simon, ever the brave (or rather, ever the terrified), clutched his new cross, seeking solace in its weighty presence. He took a deep breath—after all, there was nothing to fear.

At least, that’s what he thought.

Suddenly, the door to his parlor flung open with a deafening bang, revealing a figure so tall and grotesque that Simon’s heart nearly leapt from his chest. Standing in the doorway was a lumbering, skeletal creature draped in tattered robes, its hollow eyes glowing with malice. This, Simon knew, was no ordinary intruder—it was the Grim Specter of Accounts Past, a debt collector from the netherworld, come to reclaim what Simon had forgotten to pay: his overdue library fees.

With a bony finger raised in accusation, the Specter hissed, “You owe us… thirty-five cents!”

Simon recoiled, backing into the corner of the room, his hands trembling as he felt the smooth surface of the stainless steel cross resting against his chest. It glinted in the faint light, catching the eye of the Specter, who halted mid-hiss. For a moment, the creature seemed confused, as though it had never encountered something so pure, so pristine, so… stainless.

The Specter lowered its finger, now less menacing and more intrigued by the shiny object Simon held before it. “What… what is that?” it rasped, its bony hand reaching toward the gleaming cross.

Simon, in a rare moment of clarity, puffed out his chest (as much as a man like Simon could), and declared, “This, you ghastly fiend, is my Stainless Steel Cross Necklace! And if you think for one moment that I will be paying those library fees, then you, sir, are gravely mistaken!”

The Specter hesitated, unsure of how to proceed. For in the world of the supernatural, there were few things more perplexing than a cross so durable, so finely crafted, and so… fashionable. The weight of centuries of fear and superstition paled in comparison to the undeniable craftsmanship of the cross hanging from Simon’s neck. Even the Specter, with all its centuries of terrorizing the living, could not deny the beauty and protective aura emanating from the necklace.

In a moment of comedic panic, the Specter turned on its bony heel and fled from the parlor, disappearing into the night with one final screech of frustration: “I shall return… with a late fee!”

Simon collapsed into his armchair, clutching the cross in triumph. As the adrenaline slowly ebbed away, he realized that this humble necklace had saved him from a fate worse than death—financial inconvenience. And not just any necklace, but the Stainless Steel Cross Necklace, with its 24-inch rounded box chain and elegant yet bold design.

As Simon sat there, basking in his newfound sense of invincibility, he couldn’t help but admire the cross. It wasn’t just a piece of jewelry—it was a symbol of strength, of resilience, and of never having to pay for overdue library books again. With its impeccable shine and protective presence, this cross had proven to be more than just an accessory. It was a shield against both the ridiculous and the malevolent forces of the world.

So, if you ever find yourself in a predicament—be it a ghoul demanding thirty-five cents or something far worse—know that the Stainless Steel Cross Necklace will be there to see you through. With its timeless design and stainless steel durability, it offers not only style but a sense of security that no other piece can provide.

Don’t wait until the Grim Specter comes knocking at your door. Equip yourself today with this stunning cross, available now at MLD Trading’s eBay store, and be ready to face whatever terrors, comical or otherwise, may come your way.

After all, one can never be too prepared.

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