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Lay Me Down

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Some scars go deeper than skin. SCARS triolgy vol. 2. Raw, honest and beautiful - a story about what it takes to get back up again.

Two weeks ago, Jon and his dad, Pastor Pete, picked Cary up from a shelter like an unwanted stray. Now the bruises on Cary's skin are healing, but he seems barely alive, silent and numb in his new family. The nightmare of Cary's childhood can find him anywhere and Jon's hope is wearing thin. Is it even possible to heal from a lifetime of hurt, or is his friend going to be hiding forever? 

Contains mature language, and subject matter related to addiction, self-harm, and suicide. All rights reserved.

Cary has a terrible secret that could wreck the fragile safety he's found with the Whites. The violence he grew up with is in his bones and he's afraid to let anyone inside. How can he become a person who loves and is loved when all his parents gave him are scars?

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Blessing in Disguise (MM) by dreammcatcher

Aris' entire life changes when he discovers he has a heart condition that could be fatal if he doesn't receive a transplant. Eager to speed up the process and attempt to go into private hospital care, he takes on all different jobs to put away every penny he has to save his life. When the chance to become a nanny to a sassy five year old girl arises, Aris knows he's out of his depth with lack of experience. But when he finds out the employer is willing to pay fifteen hundred a week, it's an offer he cannot turn down. Nick is a grumpy, single father who cannot juggle the work-life balance. Desperate to find someone to help look after his daughter, Elodie, to give him the chance to launch his new business app. All he wants is someone he can trust. As Aris walks into his life and straight into this job, Nick is adamant he won't last a day with his cheeky daughter who has no filter. But when an unlikely friendship grows and Aris works his way into Elodie's heart, Nick notices something is beginning to spark in his too-despite telling himself to keep their relationship professional. Lines begin to blur with family outings and endless late nights. Aris knows he needs a new heart but he didn't expect Nick to completely steal it instead. TROPES - single dad / nanny - grumpy / sunshine - Aris falls first, Nick falls fucking harder - forced proximity - chronic disease/illness rep - spicy scenes - dual POV

Blind Promises by Bextra6

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Hide by Valyia

"Some scars never fade-they just learn how to hide." Harley thought moving to Florida would mean a fresh start-sunshine, new friends, maybe even a chance to feel normal again. But the shadows of her past aren't easily left behind. Secrets, scars, and haunting memories follow her into every hallway. Will friendship be enough to help her heal, or will the darkness she escaped finally catch up? ⸻ ⚠ Trigger Warnings ⚠ This story contains sensitive topics, including: • Physical & emotional abuse • Sexual assault references • Death & grief • Trauma, anxiety, & panic attacks • Violence Please read with care. Your mental well-being comes first. 🤍

WAKE (Wattpad edition) by coffee-an-flowers

The powerful conclusion to the SCARS trilogy. Jon finally feels like he has a place where he can get a break from the weight of having to be Pastor Pete's good son. But the opioid pills he's using to manage his pain are changing his behavior in ways he won't be able to hide for much longer. It isn't even his biggest secret: no one knows the real Jon White, and he's terrified if the full truth of himself comes out it will cost both the love of his earthly dad and his heavenly Father. Cary has one last hurdle to leave years of childhood abuse behind him: the trial at which he has to testify against his abuser. But his decision to speak up has splintered the remains of his family and his former best friend seems bent on self-destructing. Cary's going to need everything he's learned along the way to snatch Jon off the ledge. It's never been more obvious the journey from walking wounded to wholeness isn't meant to be travelled alone. A novel about wearing our scars and owning our stories as fully loved children of God. Cover illustration by Teylor.AArt. Used with permission. Contains mature language, and subject matter related to addiction, self-harm, and suicide. All rights reserved. Created for Wattpad. If you are reading this work on another site, this work has been stolen and you are at risk of viruses and malware!

Ryuu and Rini: The Last Sacrifice by koemipie

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Way Down I'll Go by raquellensanchez

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Hate Me Harder by summerxxx333

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Clique Crash Out by NoRunningInTheHalls6

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Blessing in Disguise (MM)

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