Death beats life. Or does it? This is a story of pain, numbness, willpower and miracles. It sheds light on an intense struggle against time and forces that are presumably beyond our influence, while showcasing the power of unconditional love for life and self-realization. This my entry for the Young Writers Short Story Competetion. It is divided into 10 parts. It has 1358 words. Please vote after the 16th August!!! Enjoy!

In a world of power and privilege, love is the ultimate rebellion." In a society where arranged marriages dictate destiny, love is a dangerous game. Aiden Baldwin has always honored his family's legacy, bound by duty and expectations-until Karlie Coldwater, the one woman he was never meant to have. She is his greatest desire, his deepest weakness, and the one secret he can never escape. But fate is cruel. Karlie belongs to another, and Aiden is trapped in a loveless marriage, forced to play a role he despises. Yet, passion like theirs doesn't fade-it ignites. Secrets unravel, betrayals cut deep, and forbidden desires refuse to be silenced. In a world where love is a crime and truth is a weapon, how much will they risk before it all comes crashing down? On hiatus ⏸️. Story Rankings# 124 in travel #3 in bankruptcy #43 in mansion #519 in lovers #303 in Jamaica