*This story is an unedited first draft. Fifteen-year-old Wendy Darling is trying hard to stay positive. But when another tragic event causes her more turmoil, she begins to isolate herself from everything she once knew. Lonely and depressed, Wendy seeks solace in a dream world that offers her the excitement and freedom she craves. She meets a handsome boy who introduces her to adventures she is unable to experience during her waking hours. When morning returns, Wendy discovers it is difficult to shake how vivid the dream was and how alive it had made her feel. Soon, she finds herself dreaming about the mysterious boy every night. But when her fantasies become frighteningly real, Wendy begins to question her beliefs...and her sanity. Notice: This document is not authorized for upload or use with artificial intelligence systems or platforms. Any attempt to upload, analyze, or process this content using AI technology is strictly prohibited.

When to hate your best friend? 1. When she/he decides against sitting beside you on the first day of school, 2. When she/he stops hanging out with you, and makes up a lame excuse, 3. When she/he starts stealing your crush, 4. When she/he pretends that nothing has happened between you, and continue provoking you behind your back, 5. When everyone else judges her/him better than you, 6. When you know that everyone would be on her/his side instead of yours, even your close friends, 7. When she/he knows how to use your deepest secrets against you to their advantage, 8. When you feel invisible and totally crushed... Charys checked off all those points, and guess what she'll do now... The Hate Wars is officially on. Highest rank: #154 in Short Story