In "Shadows That Learned to Speak," a young scholar named Eiran discovers that his shadow can speak, revealing his deepest fears and hidden memories. Soon, the shadows of everyone in the city of Nareth begin to talk, sharing their owners' darkest secrets. While some seek wisdom from their shadows, others are torn apart by the truths they reveal. Chaos ensues as the city is overwhelmed by distrust and broken relationships. Desperate for silence, Eiran realizes the only way to stop the voices is to embrace darkness, leading the people of Nareth to live without light to quiet their shadows.