This story follows the lives of Bailey and Isabella, childhood friends whose bond is tested and transformed as they navigate the complexities of growing up, finding themselves, and understanding the depths of their feelings for each other.
Bailey, an aspiring musician, finds herself in a lukewarm relationship with Chase, while harboring unspoken doubts and a growing awareness of her true desires. Isabella, a spirited photographer, has always known her feelings for Bailey, yet fears exposing her heart to potential pain. As their paths intertwine once more, their playful antics and shared memories resurface, sparking a journey of reflection, acceptance, and undeniable connection.
Amidst soccer mishaps, sibling bonds, and shared pranks, Bailey and Isabella's friendship evolves into an unbreakable bond, gradually unveiling their suppressed emotions. As Bailey grapples with the realization of her feelings for Isabella, she must confront her own uncertainties.
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I'm going to try make it a point to post 2-3 chapters a week. Let me know what you think of the story so far :)
As Claire aims to leave her oppressive stepfamily behind, she befriends Zion. Will he be her ticket to freedom or a distraction in achieving her dreams?
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Claire Olsen has had a crush on Zion Petrakis since the first time she laid eyes on him, but he never noticed, instead only having eyes on the school's it girl, Maddie Jennings. Knowing she couldn't compete with Maddie, Claire hid her feelings for Zion, satisfied with admiring him from afar. However, when a series of events led Claire closer to Zion, her feelings for him grew from infatuation to love. And despite fighting hard to keep her feelings contained by distancing herself from Zion, he was determined to show her that he's earned a spot in her life.
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