Teddy_lovesgivingcud
After Everything*
Book 1, Chapter 1: Running*
by teddy_lovesgivingcuddles_
*Description:*
For years, Ayana forgot what it felt like to breathe. Trapped in an abusive relationship with Tyler, she believed she was worthless - until her brother Seb gave her a one-way ticket to London. A fresh start. An art school. A chance to remember who she was.
But running doesn't mean escaping.
In London, Ayana meets *Matthew Williams* - famous model, bad boy with a crescent moon tattoo, and the first person who sees her without hurting her. He's careful. He's safe. He makes her feel alive again.
As their romance blooms, Tyler's obsession festers. Stalking. Threats. A knife in the mail. He'll do anything to drag Ayana back into his darkness - even if it means destroying her future, her love, and her baby.
When Tyler takes everything from her, Ayana stops running.
This is a story of survival. Of love after trauma. Of what happens _after everything_ breaks you... and you choose to fight back.
*Content warnings:* Abuse, stalking, violence, pregnancy loss, death. Heavy themes. Healing and revenge.
*Tropes:* Artist x Model, Abusive Ex, Found Family, Protective Boyfriend, He Fell First, Revenge Arc, Survival Story.