"Better luck next time..." The words echo, a chilling specter in the labyrinth of their mind. The phrase "better luck next time, Lallu" is a relentless torment, gnawing insidiously at the fabric of their sanity. It's a maddening dance on the precipice of their own mind, teetering dangerously close to the edge of insanity. Whose voice was that? Why does its ghostly refrain drain them so profoundly? Each echo is a cruel torment, a puzzle piece that refuses to fit, yet insists on its place in the jigsaw of their psyche.
(this is going to be VERY triggering so please do NOT read if you get triggered easily)
(LALLU)
Lallu, seemingly ordinary, stands at the precipice of overwhelming choices. Each decision echoes with the promise of life-altering change. It's a high-stakes dance on the edge of sanity, where every step could redefine their destiny. This isn't just a journey; it's a captivating dive into the labyrinth of the unseen shadows.
(LAGO)
Lago, a seemingly unremarkable person, lurks in the shadows of his own machinations. Each step he takes is a calculated move in a high-stakes game of manipulation. His obsession is not just a fuel, but the very core of his existence. He dances with danger, his words a siren's song, luring the unsuspecting into his web. His feigned kindness is a convincing facade. But beneath the charm lies a mind in constant turmoil, an obsession that consumes him. Always scheming, always watching, waiting for the perfect moment to strike - he is a relentless pursuit fueled by an insatiable desire.
(BENJAMIN)
Benjamin, a beacon of kindness and positivity, finds himself often on the outskirts of the crowd. His extroverted charm and friendly demeanor are a stark contrast to the solitude he often faces. Behind closed doors, his mind becomes a whirlwind of overthinking and negativity, a silent battle only he knows. This isn't merely an existence; it's an intricate dance on the tightrope of his own paradoxical nature.
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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