There are few people in the world who can understand you like a good friend. From the deep belly laughs to the times they've been there for you, the connection can feel undeniably special. But what if you look over at them one day and feel something unexpected-like, maybe you're falling in love with your friend?
As the days turned into weeks, and weeks into months, the unspoken tension between them grew heavier, casting a shadow over their once effortless friendship. Yet amidst the uncertainty and fear of losing what they held most dear, they found the courage to confront their feelings.
In the end, they realized that love wasn't about losing their friendship; it was about elevating it to a higher plane, where trust, respect, and unwavering devotion formed the foundation upon which their future together would be built. And as they walked hand in hand into the sunset, they knew that they were no longer lost in love, but rather found in each other's arms, forever united in the bonds of true and enduring love.
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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