The day of the album release finally arrives. The buildup has been intense, with interviews, social media posts, and teasers ramping up anticipation. My heart races as I watch the clock tick closer to midnight, the official launch time.
As soon as the album drops, the response is immediate. Comments and messages flood in-fans expressing how the songs resonate with them, how they feel seen through my lyrics. It's overwhelming and humbling at the same time.
For the first time, I feel like I've truly connected with people on a deeper level. My music has always been personal, but now it's touching the lives of others in ways I never imagined. It's a surreal feeling.
Leo is the first person to call me after the release.
"I just listened to the whole thing," he says, his voice full of emotion. "It's incredible, Lila. You should be so proud."
"Thanks, Leo," I reply, feeling a lump form in my throat. "I couldn't have done it without you."
As the night goes on, I watch as the album climbs the charts, but more than the numbers, it's the connection with the listeners that matters most. This is the start of something new-a new chapter in both my career and my life.
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FantasyLila has always been the forgotten child, overshadowed by her parents' attention toward her half-siblings and younger brother. Despite her love and dedication, she is treated as little more than a servant in her own home-unseen, unheard, and unloved...
