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The Portrait's Secret

Inspired by Oscar Wilde's novel: The Picture of Dorian Gray

In the heart of London, a peculiar artist named Basil Hallward had painted a breathtaking masterpiece of a young man so radiant, so full of life, his name was Dorian Gray. The portrait was not just a mere reflection of Dorian’s physical elegance, but a mirror of his soul, pure and untarnished. Dorian, seeing his picture come to life, wished a wish that would turn his reality on its head. He longed for eternal youth and to remain untouched by the hands of time, while his portrait would age and bear the brunt of his sins.

One day his wish was peculiarly granted. As Dorian indulged in hedonistic pleasures, his picture transformed, becoming grotesque and decaying, bearing the weight of Dorian's sins. Yet, Dorian himself remained young and vibrant. Observing this transmutation was a man named Lord Henry who had always been fascinated by Dorian’s beauty and the power he held over time. Lord Henry decided to unravel the enigma of Dorian Gray and his painting.

Vowing to himself, one chilly night, he sneaked into Dorian's home. As he stepped into the room holding the portrait, he was taken aback by the sight of the formerly beautiful painting, now morphed into a hideous form. Its eyes, once full of innocence, now seemed full of malice. It was as if the portrait was alive, bearing the imprint of all of Dorian's misdeeds.

With the knowledge of this secret, Lord Henry was haunted, yet fascinated. What could be the cause of this supernatural occurrence? Could it be Dorian's wish had come true? He decided to confront Dorian the next morning, seeking answers.

As dawn broke, Lord Henry found himself face-to-face with the eternally youthful Dorian. He questioned Dorian about the grotesque transformation of the portrait. Dorian, caught off guard, could do little but affirm Lord Henry's suspicions.

Unnerved by the uncanny reality, Lord Henry took a step back, his mind struggling to accept the revelation. The Dorian he admired was indeed the same man, but his soul was no longer pure. Dorian pleaded with Lord Henry to keep the secret, to which he agreed. The two men, forever bound by this mysterious truth, walked away from the room, leaving behind the portrait – a terrifying testament to Dorian's pact with time.