In a world where innocence is shattered, in the darkest corners of her young life, a twelve-year-old girl named Penelope Reed endures a heart-wrenching journey of abuse inflicted by those closest to her. Trapped within her own home, she faces unimaginable challenges and trauma as she navigates a toxic relationship with her controlling mother. With her new homeschool teacher and her mother unleashing cruelty upon her fragile spirit, and her alcoholic father casting shadows of despair, she is trapped in a suffocating existence and a broken home. This moving story will transport you to a world where hope, love, and courage flicker like a fragile flame, urging you to witness a child's fearless spirit, as Penelope battles against the odds, seeking peace amidst the chaos. --- Started: June 5, 2023 Status: Under Revision --- #1 in family dysfunction (17/7/2023) (8/6/2024) (28/3/2025) #1 in emotional journey (20/7/2023) --- This story is intended for mature audiences aged 18 and older. It delves into dark and sensitive themes, including: - Domestic violence - Child abuse - Self-harm - Sexual assault - Substance abuse - Alcoholism - Mental illness - Suicide attempts These topics are integral to the narrative and may be disturbing or triggering for some readers. Please proceed with caution, especially if you have experienced similar trauma. Reader discretion is strongly advised.

In the aftermath of Priya's tragic death, Rishi finds himself adrift in a sea of grief. As he struggles to make sense of his loss, mysterious occurrences hint at a deeper, hidden truth surrounding her untimely demise. A shadowy figure emerges, casting doubt on everything Rishi thought he knew. This enigmatic presence becomes an unexpected obstacle, complicating Rishi's search for closure and forcing him to confront uncomfortable truths about his past and his relationship with Priya. As Rishi delves deeper into the mystery, the line between ally and adversary blurs, leaving him uncertain whom to trust. Time itself becomes a subtle yet powerful backdrop, hinting at secrets that could change everything. In this journey of self-discovery and revelation, Rishi must navigate treacherous waters to uncover the truth-before it's too late.

"Where are you looking?","At her, I have got my eyes on her." "I have always got my eyes on him like a habit.I don't get it." Aisha is your usual girl in most ways or as she would like to think.She is weird and has her own way about things but the most unusual thing about her is that she does not meet the regular beauty standards.She is in her last school year in a new school making her way while not letting her insecurities show up.This is her story of self discovery ,self love and finding a new meaning to love after giving up on it."It was the year he started living next door when everything changed, I became happier.I know he will never see me as a girl cause no one will, so over the years I have trained myself to do the same .I know no one will ever love me until I love myself but "its easier said than done.Ugh whatever." Daksh is your cute handsome guy who is every girl's dream,he looks like a golden retriever but he is indifferent to everyone. Acts like he has a heart of stone, indifference is his key feature and will only show his emotions towards his friends and people close to him.No one can ever say that he has feelings or can love someone but he is hopelessly in love with someone for years and it seems he keeps falling deeper in love with her as time goes on.Its his story of loving,believing and finding love against all odds,getting over his past and finally being valued after being abandoned so many times,his journey through self love. "I have been in love with her since the moment I saw her but she thinks that it can't be possible when I see every possibility of it.Having our own happily ever after.When she came into my life,I got to know that I can be happy too.When in the past I didn't know what being happy felt like.Ugh lets not jinx it." Will Aisha be able to love herself?Will he get over his past? As its said"beauty is in the eyes of the beholder". Dedication:To every girl who thinks she is not lovable or pretty cause I know you are both.