Tricky Story: Normal Story Level 14 Walkthroughs & Guide

Tricky Story: Normal Level 14 — Help Anna catch her breath underwater Guide Overview

My first run of this level was a mess. I thought I just had to click every obvious letter, but 9999 love letters? That number alone threw me off. Normal Story Level 14 buries the letters in the most sentimental spots, and the game doesn't tell you that you'll need tools like scissors and a shovel. I spent ages tapping the same shirt before realizing the order matters for Anna’s emotional state. This guide breaks down each hide, the tools, and the logic behind the sequence.

Pattern Overview

Normal Story Level 14 is about uncovering the husband’s obsessive devotion through hidden love letters in everyday objects.

The Emotional Sequence

• Shirt Triplet (Blue, White, Red): The three shirts train you to check clothing pockets before moving to deeper hiding spots.
• Hand Letter & Plant Pot: The most obvious letter (in his hand) confirms your search pattern, then the pot introduces hidden floor-level items.
• Curtain-to-Window Chain: Sliding the curtain reveals the window letter, teaching that manipulation uncovers new zones.
• Wedding Photo Anchor: The photo holds a letter, forcing you to interact with a sentimental object that grounds the story.
• TV & Cabinet Puzzle: Electronic and locked storage require tool use (key) and an action (turn on) to progress.
• Sofa & Dog Cushion: Pillow slide and cushion cut show that destructive actions reveal the next layer.
• Real Plant Finale: Shoveling a potted plant extracts letters from the leaves, the most hidden tier.

Why This Level Feels Tricky + The Key Insight

Why It’s Tricky:

• The sheer volume of letters makes you think you need to tap every one individually, but many are locked behind actions like cutting or shoveling.
• The tool locations (scissors, key, shovel) aren’t obvious; you have to explore the room fully first, which feels counterintuitive when the task is “find letters.”

The Key Insight:
I assumed I could just tap every visible letter in any order. I spent ten minutes clicking the wedding photo and TV without progress. Then I noticed the scissors sitting on the table by the dog cushion – that triggered me to think about cutting. Normal Story Level 14 expects you to combine inventory items with the environment, not just tap letters. You have to scan the room for tools first, then use them on objects that seem destructible or openable.

Step 1. The First Shirt

Start with the husband’s blue shirt hanging by the bed. Normal Story Level 14 opens with this because it’s the most obvious spot – a letter sticking out of the pocket. Anna’s inner thought says “Take the letter from the husband’s shirt.” This builds your confidence and establishes the search pattern: check clothing. The letter vanishes with a soft rustle, and you know the next step is unlocked.

Step 2. The White Shirt

Right next to the blue one is the white shirt. The game wants you to repeat the same motion to drill the habit. Normal Story Level 14 hides a letter in this pocket too. Anna murmurs “Take the letter from the husband’s white shirt.” If you skip this, the later red shirt might feel random. The visual cue – both shirts have slightly different folds – helps you remember which ones you’ve done.

Step 3. The Red Shirt

The red shirt is on the same rack, but it’s tucked behind the others. Normal Story Level 14 forces you to actually look beyond the obvious. Anna’s thought is identical: “Take the letter from the husband’s red shirt.” This step separates impatient players from careful ones. After collecting all three, Anna’s expression shifts from confusion to mild understanding.

Step 4. The Hand

Now check the husband’s hand resting on the table. Normal Story Level 14 places this letter so obviously that it feels like a reward after the shirts. Anna says “Take the letter from the husband’s hand.” The letter is rolled up, and when you take it, the game plays a soft chime. This confirms you’re looking at the right emotional context – his last gesture of love.

Step 5. The Plant Pot

Look at the small plant pot on the windowsill. Normal Story Level 14 tucks a letter between the soil and the rim. Anna whispers “Take the letter from the plant pot.” This is your first hint that letters can be hidden in non-obvious spots – not just clothing. The pot shakes slightly when you tap it, and the letter appears.

Step 6. The Curtain

The blue curtain next to the window has a letter pinned inside its fold. Normal Story Level 14 wants you to interact with drapes before the window. Anna notes “Take the letter from the curtain.” It’s a quick grab, but it teaches you that fabric can hold secrets. The curtain flutters as you pull the letter free.

Step 7. Slide and Window

Now you have to slide the curtain to the left – the game won’t let you skip this. Normal Story Level 14 then reveals a letter stuck to the window glass. Anna says “Slide the curtain to the left, then take the letter from the window.” This two-step action is your first real puzzle: manipulate the environment before collecting. The sliding animation is smooth, and the letter appears as if it was hidden behind the drape.

Step 8. The Wedding Photo

The framed wedding photo on the nightstand holds a letter behind the glass. Normal Story Level 14 forces you to interact with a sentimental object. Anna thinks “Take the letter from the wedding photo.” When you tap, the frame tilts and a folded note falls out. This step connects the husband’s letters to their marriage – it’s not just random hiding.

Step 9. Turn On the TV

The old CRT TV in the corner needs to be turned on. Normal Story Level 14 hides a letter inside the screen. Anna says “Turn on the TV, then take the letter from inside the TV.” The TV flickers to life with static, then a letter appears on the screen as if it were a broadcast. This step feels surreal – it’s the first electronic hiding spot.

Step 10. Unlock and Open Cabinet

Find the key – it’s sitting on the desk – then use it on the locked cabinet by the wall. Normal Story Level 14 has you unlock the lock, then open the cabinet door. Anna says “Unlock the lock with the key, then open the cabinet and take the letters from it.” The cabinet creaks open, revealing a stack of letters. This step combines inventory use and spatial exploration.

Step 11. Slide the Pillow

The sofa has a decorative pillow. Swipe it downward. Normal Story Level 14 reveals letters tucked into the sofa cushions. Anna says “Slide the pillow down, then take the letters from the sofa.” The pillow slides with a soft thud, and the letters peek out. This step is straightforward but teaches that soft furnishings can hide multiple items.

Step 12. Cut the Puppy’s Cushion

You’ll need the scissors (found on the floor near the dog bed). Use them on the puppy’s cushion. Normal Story Level 14 then expects you to tear the rip apart. Anna says “Use scissors to cut the puppy’s cushion, then tear the rip apart and take the letters from inside.” The cushion rips with a satisfying sound, and letters spill out. This destructive action is a key turning point – not everything is pristine.

Step 13. Shovel the Plant

Grab the small shovel from the corner. Use it on the real plant in the pot (the one with visible leaves, not the empty pot). Normal Story Level 14 reveals letters hidden among the leaves. Anna says “Use a shovel to dig up the real plant in the pot, then take the letters from the leaves.” The plant wobbles, and letters drop out. This is the final hidden location.

Step 14. Open the Lock Again

After collecting all visible letters, you might notice a second lock on a small chest. Normal Story Level 14 requires you to open this lock with the key again (the key is still in your inventory). Anna thinks “Open the lock with the key.” This step feels redundant, but it unlocks a final compartment holding a few more letters. The lock clicks and the chest lid pops up.

Step 15. Open the Cabinet Door

The cabinet you opened earlier might have a second door. Normal Story Level 14 has a separate step to open the cabinet door – maybe you only opened one side. Anna says “Open the cabinet door.” When you do, more letters tumble out. This teaches you to check every door, even if you think you’ve cleared the cabinet.

Step 16. Cut the Dog’s Cushion Again

There are two cushions on the dog bed. The first one you cut already, but the second cushion needs the scissors too. Normal Story Level 14 repeats this action to reinforce that you must check everything. Anna says “Use scissors to cut the dog’s cushion.” The second cushion tears and reveals another batch of love letters.

Step 17. Tear the Rip Again

After cutting, you have to manually tear the rip apart. Normal Story Level 14 makes you interact with the torn cushion a second time. Anna says “Tear the rip in the dog’s cushion.” This step is a bit tedious, but the letters inside are worth it. The tearing animation repeats, and Anna’s hands look weary.

Step 18. Turn On the TV Again

The TV you turned on earlier might have a second letter? Actually Normal Story Level 14 has a separate step to turn on the TV again. Anna says “Turn on the TV.” This time, a different static pattern appears, and another letter slides out from the back. It’s a clever trick: you assumed you already got everything from the TV.

Step 19. Swipe the Pillow Down

The sofa pillow you slid down earlier might need to be swiped again? Normal Story Level 14 includes this step separately. Anna says “Swipe the pillow down.” This time, a letter that was stuck underneath the pillow pops out. The pillow slides and reveals it. The game wants you to double-check every moved object.

Step 20. Shovel the Real Plant

The first plant you dug up might have only given a few letters. Normal Story Level 14 has a separate step to use the shovel again. Anna says “Use a shovel to dig up the real plant.” More letters fall from the roots. The plant looks a bit sad now, but the pile of letters grows.

Step 21. Pull the Curtain to the Left

The final step is pulling the curtain left – the same curtain you slid earlier. Normal Story Level 14 ends with this action. Anna says “Pull the curtain to the left.” This reveals the last letter stuck to the curtain rod. It’s a quiet closure. The entire room now feels stripped of secrets.

The Logic Behind It

Normal Story Level 14 is solved by scanning the room for all interactive objects (furniture, electronics, tools) and using each tool on every potential hiding spot, even if you’ve already used it. The method is repetition and thoroughness – check every object twice, and always combine inventory with the environment.

Final Scene Description

When I finished, I watched the pile of 9999 love letters cover the floor like a paper snowdrift. Anna stood motionless, her hand resting on the last letter from the curtain. Normal Story Level 14 ended with the faint hum of the TV and the rustle of envelopes. The wedding photo glinted in the corner. I felt a quiet sadness – the husband’s devotion, now fully uncovered.