Once upon a time, there was a young woman named Vanessa. At 20 years old, she appeared to have it all-a soft-spoken nature, academic success, and a wonderful group of friends. But beneath her cheerful exterior, Vanessa was fighting a battle with her inner demons. She carried the weight of Depression, struggling to find the strength to face each day.
Life had become an exhausting journey for Vanessa, and the fear of falling in love only added to her burden. She believed that opening her heart would only lead to more pain and vulnerability. However, fate had other plans for her.
One fateful day, Vanessa crossed paths with a remarkable young man. He had a genuine desire to make her fall in love with him, and against all odds, he succeeded. With his unwavering support and understanding, he became Vanessa's guiding light, helping her navigate through the darkest corners of her mind.
Together, they embarked on a journey of healing and self-discovery. The young man's love and compassion gave Vanessa the strength to confront her inner demons and overcome her Depression. Through their shared experiences and unwavering bond, Vanessa found the courage to embrace life again.
This heartfelt story reminds us of the transformative power of love and the incredible impact one person can have on another's life. It is a tale of resilience, hope, and the beautiful journey of finding light in the darkest of times.
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This story is fiction except for the parts that aren't.
Cameron Cole has a plan.
After yet another relationship ends because of certain shortcomings-literally-Cameron decides it's time to swear off dating and focus her energy into her junior year at the University of Charlotte. There's an internship up for grabs and there's no way she's letting that slip through her fingers. But then she's goes and makes one impulsive mistake that changes everything.
Wesley Reed has it all.
As the golden boy of the Charlotte Colts football team, he's got the talent, the looks, and a future so bright it's practically blinding. Girls throw themselves at him, professors let things slide, and the world bends to his will.
But when a required freshmen paper threatens his eligibility, the two are brought together in a sick twist of academic fate. Cameron can't get him out of her head and Wesley isn't making it any easier with his cocky smirk and insistent charm. Their arrangement teeters on the edge of disaster as unresolved tension and late-night study sessions give way to a steamy, no-strings-attached deal.
But in the game of love and lust, someone always has to loose-and the stakes have never been higher.