Raya swiftly gathered Julia's belongings, her movements efficient.
"We need to move, now," Raya urged, handing Julia a jacket.
Julia nodded, following Raya through the penthouse apartment.
In the garage, a sleek black SUV awaited. Alex, Raya's right-hand man, stood guard.
"Where are we going?" Julia asked.
Raya's gaze met Julia's in the rearview mirror.
"Someplace Drewla's men won't think to look."
As they sped through the city, Julia's thoughts swirled.
"Raya?"
"Yes?"
"Why are you risking so much for me?"
Raya's eyes never left the road.
"You're not just anyone, Julia. You're...important to me."
Julia's heart skipped a beat.
The SUV halted at a secluded lake house. Raya escorted Julia inside.
"Secure," Alex confirmed.
Raya handed Julia a phone.
"Keep this close. I'll be nearby."
Julia nodded.
As Raya turned to leave, Julia caught her arm.
"Raya?"
Raya's gaze dropped to Julia's hand.
"Thank you," Julia whispered.
Raya's eyes locked onto Julia's.
"No thanks needed, Julia. Just stay safe."
With that, Raya disappeared into the night
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RomanceJulia and Raya, inseparable since childhood, navigate love, loyalty, and danger in this gripping lesbian romance. Raya, raised in a strict Christian household, struggles to reconcile her faith with her feelings for Julia. As they turn 18, Raya's mas...
