By Ian Willey
Shortly after Ethan and Yuri move in, a sinkhole appears in the front room. They hire someone to fill it but are told it’ll only open again; they have to live with it.
One evening, after some drinks, they sit with their legs dangling over the edge. Luminescent creatures, blind and many-legged, lurk along the walls. How far down does it go? When they throw parties, they show guests the room. It becomes a fun spot, though there are close calls.
Years pass; the parties stop. They close off the room, making the sinkhole off-limits. Now they don’t even mention it.
Ian Willey is an educator based in the inland sea area of Japan. He divides his time between reading, writing, and living, though these three worlds can get confused. Connect with him on X (@ID_Willey) or Instagram (idwilley).
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