With each passing week, Lila realizes how much Rowan means to her. He’s become her safe space, her anchor in a world she’s still adjusting to. She’s almost afraid to acknowledge the depth of her feelings, unsure if she’s ready to open herself up to the possibility of love. But Rowan’s presence is steady and reassuring, always patient and supportive.
Their connection grows, and one evening, after a particularly heartfelt conversation, Rowan holds her hand. It’s a simple gesture, but it carries so much meaning. In that moment, Lila realizes she’s no longer alone. She has someone who not only sees her but also values her for who she truly is. The past, with all its pain, begins to feel like something she can finally leave behind.
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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...
