FATE UNWRAPS

Chapter 2

Ryder Carson: male lead
Ryder's pov

As the plane finally touched down, I felt a wave of exhaustion wash over me. The long flight had taken its toll, and I was frustrated that I couldn't even get a moment's peace. Stepping into the airport, I was immediately assaulted by the chaos of screaming fans and flashing cameras. Some celebrity had arrived, and the crowd was going wild. I rolled my eyes, having been in similar situations myself. But no one knew that the worn-out traveler in the mask was actually Ryder Carson, lead vocalist of the popular band "Rhythmic Spectrum". I had come to this new place to escape the spotlight, to find some solace and anonymity. I pulled my mask tighter, blending into the crowd.

The memories of what happened back home country still lingered, making my stomach turn. The scandal, the betrayal, the lies... it all seemed to suffocate me. My friends, my fans - everyone I thought I could trust had turned against me. The media had a field day, splashing my face across every tabloid, every news channel. I couldn't escape it. And even though I knew I wasn't to blame, the shame and disgust still clung to me like a shroud. That's why I'd come to this place, Norvane to escape the constant reminders, to clear my head and find some semblance of peace. But even now, as I walked through this new city, the thoughts still crept in, making my skin crawl. I quickened my pace, trying to outrun the memories, but they kept pace with me, haunting me.

As I turned a corner, my gaze fell upon a glint of silver on my jacket. I reached up, confused, and found a delicate bracelet tangled in the fabric. I looked around, expecting to see someone frantically searching for it, but the crowd seemed oblivious. I was about to toss it into a nearby trash can, but something stayed my hand. Maybe it was the intricate design, or the way the light danced across its surface, but I felt a sudden pang of hesitation. Without thinking, I stuffed the bracelet into my pocket, feeling a strange sense of responsibility wash over me. Who did it belong to? And why did I feel compelled to keep it safe? I pushed the thoughts aside and continued on my way, the bracelet weighing heavily in my pocket.

Author's pov

As fate would have it, both Ryder and Ita, whose bracelet he now carried, arrived at the same hotel, unaware of each other's presence. The Grand Azure Hotel, with its sleek design and stunning ocean views, was a popular destination for those seeking refuge and relaxation. Ryder, still haunted by his past, hoped to find solace in its luxurious rooms and anonymous halls. Meanwhile, the woman, still shaken by the chaos at the airport, sought a peaceful retreat to collect her thoughts. As they entered the hotel's lobby, separate and unaware, their paths were about to cross in unexpected ways. The threads of fate were weaving together, drawing them into a dance of chance encounters, hidden connections, and ultimately, a shared destiny. Little did they know, their lives were about to become intertwined in ways they never could have imagined.

To be continued..