"Light a Candle" Humans have thirteen lives. Before reaching the final stage or making it to the promised paradise, all spirits must experience all those lives. Some people don't believe in reincarnation, but it actually exists. To fulfill all stages of life, spirits transition from one body to another after death. However, not all of them are fortunate enough to continue the cycle. All dead bodies require proper burial to have a spirit guide. Those spirits who haven't had the luxury of a funeral need an Apostle, known as a Shipper. Shippers have the power to give a spirit guide. Unfortunately, I am a Shipper, and my job? Light a candle.

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"Business isn't just about numbers, Averie" "And business isn't built on emotions, Cairo" Averie Villareal has one rule: never let love get in the way of success. After being betrayed by the person she trusted the most, she's determined to stay focused on her dreams and live up to her parents' impossible expectations. Then there's Cairo Montenegro-her academic rival, project partner, and the one person who never stops challenging her. Behind every sarcastic remark and playful tease is a heart that has quietly loved her all along. As rivalry turns into late-night conversations, shared coffees, and silent acts of care, Averie begins to question the walls she's built around her heart. But when the past comes back and the future demands perfection, will she choose the life she's always planned... or the person who makes her believe in love again? date of story started: May 19, 2026 date of story ended: -----