Nebula of Hearts

Prologue

In the heart of Bangkok, where neon lights painted the night in vibrant hues and the scent of street food mingled with the humid air, Faye Malisorn found herself once again in the bustling crowd of Thonglor district. Her steps were purposeful, guided by a familiar pull towards the vibrant nightlife that both energized and soothed her restless soul.

At twenty-nine, Faye was a force to be reckoned with — a successful entrepreneur with a knack for turning art into lucrative ventures. Her gallery, tucked away in an obscure alley adorned with graffiti, was a testament to her passion for the avant-garde. With an unruly cascade of ink-black hair and a gaze sharp as a falcon's, Faye exuded an air of confidence that drew admirers like moths to a flame.

Yet, beneath the veneer of composure, Faye harbored a vulnerability known only to a select few. Her past relationships, brief yet intense, had left her cautious. Love was a game best played cautiously, or so she believed until a chance encounter shifted her world.

Yoko Apasra Lertprasert, a name whispered in hushed tones among the city's creative circles, was a revelation. At twenty-two, Yoko possessed an ethereal beauty that defied earthly standards. Her porcelain skin, framed by cascading waves of sable hair, held a mystique that intrigued and captivated all who crossed her path.

Yoko was no ordinary woman. Her origins, shrouded in secrecy, hinted at a heritage beyond terrestrial bounds. Yet, it was her magnetic presence that drew Faye in, like a moth to the flickering glow of an unfamiliar star. From their first meeting at an underground art exhibition, where Yoko's otherworldly paintings had left Faye spellbound, a connection sparked — tentative yet undeniable.

But love, as Faye had learned, was never a straight path. The obstacles ahead loomed large, from Faye's lingering ties to a tempestuous ex-girlfriend to the cultural chasm that separated Yoko's world from hers. Amidst the heady mix of desire and uncertainty, one thing remained clear — Faye and Yoko were about to embark on a journey where the heart would defy reason, and love would blossom in the most unexpected of places.