1| CRUSH, CHOP, AND BURN: PART ONE

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Harper and Leo struggled with the luggage as they made their way down the long driveway, their faces flushed and arms aching from the weight of the bags

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Harper and Leo struggled with the luggage as they made their way down the long driveway, their faces flushed and arms aching from the weight of the bags.

The last thing they wanted was to continue lugging their heavy load. However, as they neared the front door of Leo's new home, their exhaustion dissipated, giving way to bubbling excitement.

Tasha had dropped a bombshell by revealing that she was marrying a billionaire. He wasn't just wealthy but also an inventor of cutting-edge, high-tech gadgets. The teenagers were practically bouncing with anticipation, excited to explore all the futuristic toys that Donald Davenport was sure to have in his luxurious mansion.

Donald Davenport, exuding the charm of a handsome billionaire, swept his bride off her feet in a grand, romantic gesture. With a single fluid motion, he cradled Tasha in his arms and flashed a grin at her, his eyes sparkling with affection.

"Welcome to your new home, Mrs. Davenport." He warmly greeted with a deep voice.

"Why, thank you, Mr. Davenport." Tasha replied with a playful giggle, her eyes sparkling as she leaned against him.

"Absolutely, Mrs. Davenport." Mr. Davenport said with a grin, his eyes fixed on her. He leaned in for a kiss and the sound of their lips meeting echoed in the quiet of the entrance hall.

Leo and Harper paused at the door, staring at the sight with a mix of bewilderment and disgust. As the newlyweds shared their affectionate moment, the teenagers couldn't help but roll their eyes.

"We get it. You guys are married. It's getting old." Leo complained.

Harper let out a sigh of relief as she finally set down the heavy luggage with a loud thud. Her arms ached from lugging the bags around for what seemed like an eternity. Standing there for a moment, she gazed in awe at the grandeur of the mansion, her mouth agape. The place was a stunning display of modern luxury, surpassing all her expectations.

"Wow." She whispered, her eyes scanning every inch of the room.

The living room alone was enough to leave her speechless. A massive flat-screen TV was mounted on the wall in front of a plush, grey sectional couch that looked so comfortable it might swallow you whole. The couch was piled high with soft throw pillows in various shades of muted colors. Behind it, a row of healthy ferns grew in a sleek compartment, their green leaves adding a touch of nature to the ultra-modern space. It was a mix of comfort and futuristic design.

The kitchen caught her eye next- open and expansive, far bigger than her house. It had sleek white countertops that practically gleamed under the lighting, and the high-end appliances were clearly top-of-the-line. Next to it stood a stunning glass dining table, surrounded by vibrant vermilion chairs, their bold color standing out against the otherwise neutral palette.

Her gaze shifted to a corner, where a desk was piled high with papers and files, clearly the workspace of someone always working on something. Harper couldn't help but feel impressed. This house was like nothing she'd ever seen before.

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