I'm thinking, a mental entity that is a negative afterimage that takes on several forms such as that of a silhouette, creepy smile, and snarl peeping through a window chases the protagonist (TBD) through their life. Its mysterious nature particularly haunts the protagonist. They believe the figure to perhaps be Death, God or something else supernatural trying to send a message. It remains unknown as to what the figure is but most likely, it is a part of the human consciousness. The protagonist concludes that it comes out as a result of the protagonist's addiction to drugs. So the figure brings itself forth trying to scare the protagonist straight.

The climax would be the figure taking control of the protagonist's hands and moving them as though it were legitimately speaking. It's never beaten rather the protagonist stops running from the figure and listens to what it's saying.

When the figure first appeared, the protagonist was flooded with a powerful rush of euphoria.

Whenever the figure is present, the protagonist's eyes uncontrollably cross and look two different directions. Along with that, the protagonist's vision begins to warp as everything around them becomes negative afterimages. It should also be noted that whenever the protagonist looks at their reflection when the figure is present, their mind is flooded with self critical thoughts such as feelings as being impotent and them being easily led.

Throughout the story, the figure's presence makes the protagonist convinced that they will vomit, that they have soiled them self, that they will have a panic attack in public and be humiliated, and ultimately that they will die. The fear that the figure inspires causes the protagonist to make several foolish mistakes in an attempt to get away from it, leading to their life being worse the wear for it. It can be assumed that this is the figure's way of trying to get the protagonist to stop their drug usage as it ruins their life.

Introduction: Introduce the protagonist, their background, and their current struggle with drug addiction. Depict the negative impact of their drug usage on their relationships, career, and overall well-being.

This content has been misappropriated from Royal Road; report any instances of this story if found elsewhere.

Initial Encounter: The protagonist has a startling encounter with the mysterious figure, experiencing a rush of euphoria and fear. They question whether the figure is a hallucination brought on by their drug use or something supernatural.

Increasing Presence: The figure begins to appear more frequently, coinciding with moments when the protagonist is about to engage in drug use or make reckless choices. The protagonist's physical and mental state deteriorates, and their fear of the figure grows.

Escalating Fear and Consequences: The figure's presence triggers intense paranoia and self-destructive thoughts in the protagonist. They believe that the figure is a sign of their impending doom and that their drug use will ultimately lead to their demise. This fear drives them to make desperate decisions to escape the figure's influence, leading to further negative consequences.

Self-Reflection and Desperation: As the protagonist's life spirals out of control, they engage in moments of self-reflection. They begin to question the nature of the figure and whether it is a manifestation of their own guilt and fear. However, their addiction and fear continue to push them further into a state of desperation.

Climax: In the climax, the figure takes control of the protagonist's hands, moving them as if speaking. The protagonist, realizing the futility of running from their problems, chooses to confront the figure directly and listen to its message. The figure's words are stern and powerful, highlighting the destructive path the protagonist is on and urging them to change.

Transformation and Redemption: The protagonist, inspired by the figure's message and their own self-reflection, decides to break free from the grip of their addiction. They seek help through rehabilitation, therapy, or support groups and begin the challenging journey toward recovery and personal growth.

Resolution: As the protagonist embraces their journey to sobriety, the figure's appearances gradually decrease. With each milestone in their recovery, the protagonist gains strength and resilience. While the figure may never fully disappear, the protagonist learns to coexist with it, using it as a reminder of their past struggles and the importance of making responsible choices.