Lila and Rowan begin to spend even more time together, and a friendship turns into something deeper, though unspoken. Their conversations are effortless, sometimes profound, other times filled with laughter that feels like healing. Rowan brings out parts of Lila she had thought were lost—a playful side, a sense of adventure, and an openness she’d never thought possible.
Her best friend, aware of the shift, sees Lila’s happiness and reassures her that it’s okay to embrace this new connection. Lila, grateful for his support, realizes how important it is to have friends who truly wish the best for her. She begins to understand that her life is no longer centered around survival—it’s about living fully and allowing herself to feel.
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HEART'S IN THE SHADOWS
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...
