After a heartbreaking breakup caused by a misunderstanding, Crystal and Devale are kept connected by Kaylin, the little girl they both love. As Devale realizes the pain he caused, he works to earn Crystal's trust through his actions instead of words. Together, they discover that forgiveness, healing, and true love can lead to a second chance.

Five years changed everything. Kalliope "Kali" Lawson is thirty, thriving, and finally in control of her life. What once felt overwhelming-juggling single motherhood and building her career-became the very thing that shaped her into the woman she is today. With her village behind her, Kali didn't just survive... she elevated. Now she's respected, focused, and unshakable. Amani "Mani" Xavier Knight is twenty-three and living a life most people only dream about. Drafted into the NFL during his second semester at Redwood State University, he went from college athlete to full-blown brand overnight. Money, fame, women-he learned fast how to navigate it all. His past? Including the scandal that once tied him to Ms. Lawson? Long forgotten... or so he thought. Because one unexpected run-in changes everything. Five years later, Mani finds out Kali has been raising a child he knew nothing about. Now, his world is flipped upside down. Kali isn't the same woman he left behind-she's colder, guarded, and not interested in reopening old wounds. Mani isn't the same boy either-he's grown, successful, and not used to being shut out. But beneath the anger, the tension, and the pride... There's still something there. Now add: A girlfriend who refuses to let go. A coach who's a little too interested in Kali. And a past that refuses to stay buried. Two people. A secret that changes everything. And a love story neither of them ever truly let go of. Tune in to see what happens when the past catches up... and refuses to be ignored.

"You want me to gamble my heart on a spin?" he asked, a dry little laugh slipping under his breath. "No," she murmured, sliding off the stool and stepping closer to him. "I want you to stop pretending love could ever survive in a place you have to lie to keep it."

Rome always loved older women and Crystal always had a hard time with men her age and older.One day they crossed paths and will Crystal give this young man a chance or no? #2 keithpowers 5-26-25 #4 rome 5-29-25

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A love story between Fatima Wilson and Zachary Taylor. Slow Updates!

I usually HATE writing Karen but this was a request. Hopefully yall like to because I sure as hell won't lol

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If loving you is wrong , I damn sho don't wanna be right .