"Beautiful things don't ask for attention." In a world that thrives on conformity, August is an anomaly. Raised in a secretive overbearing family, she was chosen to leave its hidden grounds-not for freedom, but for duty. Sent to college to become the strategic mind for her generation behind the family's growing empire, she tries to move through the world like a ghost, draped in gothic shadows with secrets too heavy to share but her style is just too much to go unnoticed by judging eyes unscathed. Then she meets Kason through his older brother. A rising rapper with a reckless charm and a hunger for something real, dealing with battles of his own, he's instantly drawn to August's eerie demeanor and the quiet storm that lingers behind her dark mysterious eyes. She's nothing like the women he's used to-unbothered by trends, and untouched by the need for validation. The more she resists, the deeper he falls, his infatuation turning into an obsession he can't shake. One he cant let go of. As their worlds collide, the slow burn of their connection threatens to ignite everything August has been taught to suppress. With her past closing in and expectations pressing down, she must decide if she's willing to defy everything she's ever known for the chance at something dangerously real. In a society that demands she fit a mold, August stands in defiance. Unfortunately, love has a way of making even the strongest question their silence. STARTED; February 22nd , 2025 PUBLISHED; MARCH 18th, 2025 FINISHED; MAY 27th, 2025

" I don't even like you like that." Her face scrunched up in disgust watching water drip from curls in his hair. " 'Cause you love me. Just like I love you." He retorted with a grin, disregarding the deflecting she was doing. --- They were two sides of the same city-until one move split them down the middle. Elijah and London were inseparable once, bonded by childhood summers, beat-up bikes, and secrets too deep for anyone else to know. Unfortunately, when Elijah's mom packed up and moved her family across Onyx to a rival neighborhood, everything changed. She always thought when she spoke to him again he would've changed like her. She was witty, sarcastic, and had a low tolerance, but he was still the same calm , sweet, cute boy with a heart the size of the sun. Some things haven't changed. Some things never change. The pull between them, the memories that still burn etched marks in their brain, and the words they never said out loud. In a world where loyalty can be life or death, and love isn't always enough to cross old lines, Elijah and London find themselves circling each other again. --- STARTED; MAY 26th, 2025 PUBLISHED JUNE 6th, 2025 FINISHED; SEPTEMBER 27th 2025

"You want tater tots, I'm finna make some." Kamaria rubbed her stomach feeling hungry. "Why you say it like that?" "Say what, like how?" She questioned, raising her eye brows in confusion since she hadn't said anything out of the ordinary. "You say Ta-ter like Tay-Tah. Like Tayta." He kept his eyes trained on her, not missing how the corners of her mouth twitched trying not to smile. "Imma call you that now." He declared with a shrug. "Uhh no you ain't, and you could've just said you ain't want none." She shut it down waving him off. "Okay...Tayta." He smirked. --- Ever since a small child, Kamaria had always been the feisty middle child bringing life to every situation with her vibrant ways. She never took mess from any one, and was big on defending herself. Toting a big heart, she always saw the good in people, which had to be her best and worst trait wrapped in one. Known for her spirited ways, her life is turned upside down when one deadly night occurs. Changing her life for the worst. Samir was always the outgoing friend of his group. Known for his unapologetic attitude, he never had to feel like an outsider with his two bestfriends. Although the life of the party, Samir struggles to be contempt with living a normal teenage life, always finding himself in the middle of troubling situations. It wasn't until one fatal evening that changed his view on life, forever. Fast forward years later, brilliant and ambitious Kamaria finds herself struggling with her academic life as the trauma she has endured takes a toll on her every day life. Focused on securing her future life throws her in for another loop when the past she had been avoiding shows up with a bright smile on his face, crashing full force into her life. Being back in the presence of one another their worlds collide in a whirlwind of emotions and an undeniable connection between the two of them. Started; October 20th 2023 Published; October 22nd 2023 Finished; February 29th 2024

"Fuck dem people. Everybody go through shit, whether you got money or not. You not exempt just cause you rich." He licked his lips, "say what you gotta say." Smiling at his words, she let out a short breath. "When you put it like that, I guess it's no point. I was gonna say I wish I could switch lives with someone else, but like you said 𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑦𝑏𝑜𝑑𝑦 ℎ𝑎𝑠 𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑏𝑙𝑒𝑚𝑠．" -- Jaziah Jacobi "Jazz" is a twenty year old woman who works full time at her family's jewelry store, Jacobi jewelers. Now being a new young adult, Jaziah is trying her best to navigate through life. Despite her privileged upbringing and seemingly perfect life from the outside, Jaziah yearns for something more In life that she just can't seem to fully grasp or put her finger on. Twenty-two year old Makhai Harris, also known as "Makk", didn't have the same up bringing as the many peers that surrounded him. A skilled tattoo artist with the hopes of one day opening his own tattoo and piercing shop, makk was born and raised in a modest low income neighborhood. He was known for his honesty, and unwavering dedication to providing for his abnormal family. Life hasn't always been easy for him, but his determination to succeed in life, keeps him moving forward with his eye on the bigger picture. When fate brings the duo together in an unusual way, sparks seem to fly. Despite the predicament they were in, both each see something different about the other. As their worlds entwine, Jaziah and Makhai face societal expectations, financial strains, and personal insecurities that threaten to keep them apart. With Jaziah having her only unusual tendencies, Makhai is unsure if it will work between them because of the fact. Princess and the dog is a heartfelt and inspiring tale of love that bridges societal divides, proving that true happiness comes from staying true to oneself and fighting for what matters most. STARTED; JUNE 25th, 2024 PUBLISHED ; JUNE 27th,

Riah had her own reasons on why she never dealt with dudes involved inna streets but when HE showed up it was hard for her to remember that reason...

She loves him more than she'll ever know and he loves her more than he'll ever show ❤️‍🩹

𝖨𝖿 𝗅𝗈𝗏𝗂𝗇𝗀 𝗒𝗈𝗎 𝗂𝗌 𝖺 𝖼𝗋𝗂𝗆𝖾, 𝖳𝖾𝗅𝗅 𝗆𝖾 𝗐𝗁𝗒 𝖽𝗈 𝖨 𝖻𝗋𝗂𝗇𝗀 𝗈𝗎𝗍 𝗍𝗁𝖾 𝖻𝖾𝗌𝗍 𝗂𝗇 𝗒𝗈𝗎

She's fallin' in love now Losin' control now Fightin' the truth Tryin' to hide But I think it's alright

𝑏𝑖𝑡𝑐ℎ 𝑖𝑚 𝑎 𝑚𝑜𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟.. 𝑁𝑂 𝐷𝑅𝐴𝑀𝐴 ♡︎

" 𝐬𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐧' 𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐮𝐭 𝐡𝐚 𝐢𝐧 𝐢𝐭."