A wicked grin spread across Taehler's face as he let out a low, menacing chuckle. "Just because you played the role of the victim in a relationship doesn't absolve you of all blame. Sometimes, the darkness swallows us whole, and we become something we never imagined."
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"You have shown me that letting go is another way to express love. I'll always love you and be grateful for everything you have done for me. You hold a special place in my heart that no one else can replace. Please, forgive me for any wrongdoings and for letting you go from my life, but know that my love for you remains." Jade broke down in tears while pleading for forgiveness from someone who could not give her an answer.
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Author's Note:
This book marks the inaugural installment of the 'Softest Petal of a Blue Rose' Series, which comprises five standalone novels. Each entry in the series delves into the unique love stories of its protagonists, set against the backdrop of distinct parallel universes.
Reader discretion is advised for mature audiences, as the book contains strong language, explicit sexual content, and mature themes such as mental health issues (depression, panic attacks, self-harm), obsession, possessiveness, and death.
"Love or Thoughts?"
The Softest Petal of a Blue Rose Series.
Book 1
A.J.V.Sphej
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?
*****
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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