TrinidadRimoldi
Liz had always been in the background, overshadowed by her older sister, Paige, the wild child of the family. While Paige's rebellious streak grabbed all the attention, Liz quietly stayed out of the spotlight, learning to hide her feelings - especially for Liam.
Liam, a few years older, had always treated Liz like a little sister, and though they grew close, Liz's feelings for him deepened over time. As she and Liam spent more time together, they both felt a shift in their relationship. But neither knew how to break free from the "friend zone."
One morning, Liz decided to take a chance. She drove to Liam's dorm, ready to confess her feelings. But when the door opened, it wasn't Liam who greeted her - it was a half naked girl and when she looked behind her a butt naked Liam passed out on his bed. Liz, heartbroken, turned and walked away without saying a word. Liam had no idea she saw him; he was still asleep, unaware of the hurt he'd caused.
Devastated, Liz withdrew, resigning herself to just being friends. She eventually left for college, while Liam stayed behind, never realizing the depth of her feelings. Over time, he became an architect, even designing his own house to resemble a miniature castle - something Liz had once dreamt of when they were kids - but she was never there to see it.
Years later, Liz returns to town for her best friend's and Liam's brother's wedding. They'll come face to face again, with all the unspoken words and years of silence between them. Will they confront the past and the feelings that never went away, or will the secrets keep them apart?
This is a story about love, missed chances, and the courage it takes to finally be honest, even when it means risking everything.