Cursed Love
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Ongoing, First published Aug 10, 2023
Mature
Aurora

In the shadows of my heart, a relentless fire burns. It's not just revenge that fuels me; it's the memories of my mother's tears, the pain inflicted upon us by those who thought themselves untouchable.

"Always fight, Gracie. Don't ever give up on your life like your mother did. Face them all like a warrior."

Ryan's mother, the very source of our suffering, her sins have woven into my existence like a festering wound.

His gaze pierces through my defenses, whispering promises of a different world. A world where revenge doesn't dictate my every move.

But I can't afford to lose sight of my purpose, not when the weight of my past hangs so heavily.

Using Ryan to exact revenge on his mother is a calculated gamble. A dangerous dance that blurs the lines between manipulation and the burgeoning attraction between us.

I never intended to involve him, but fate seems intent on intertwining our destinies. As my secrets and intentions remain concealed, I wonder if there's a place for love amidst the chaos I've crafted.

Is there redemption for me beyond this vendetta?

Ryan.

When I looked into her endless eyes, the world around me blurred, leaving only her. Aurora. A tempestuous force of determination, driven by a past she guards fiercely.

"And in that moment, I realized I would seize every shred of happiness from the grasp of the undeserving and present it all to her. On bended knee or amidst the darkest turmoil, I would make her mine, consequences be damned. The rest of the world pales in comparison to the vivid intensity she brings into my life.

As I fall deeper into my feelings for Aurora, I can't ignore the scent of revenge that lingers in the air. It taints our interactions, casting shadows over the love that blossoms.

I wonder if I'm strong enough to stand by her side, to support her as her secrets unravel, and to confront the storm of vengeance that threatens to consume us both.

In the end, will love prove stronger than the darkness that surrounds us?
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