In the bustling streets of New York City, two best friends, Lola and Maura, navigate the highs and lows of life with their own unique flair. Lola, a vibrant and free-spirited writer, and Maura, a driven and successful firm owner, seem to have it all - thriving careers, loyal friends, and a bond that transcends time.
Amidst this vibrant backdrop, their world is shaken when Lola receives a devastating diagnosis: glioblastoma multiforme, an aggressive brain tumor with a terminal prognosis.
Refusing to accept defeat, Maura is determined to be her rock, pushing Lola to pursue treatment. But Lola, ever the free spirit, suggests a different plan - a last hurrah around the world to make unforgettable memories.
As they embark on their journey, from the packed streets of Tokyo to the serene beaches of Greece, they confront their deepest fears and forge an unbreakable bond. But as Lola's condition worsens, Maura is forced to confront her own fears of loss. Will she have the strength to say goodbye to her beloved friend, or will she hold on to hope until the end?
Told from Maura's perspective, "Damn." is a poignant tale of love, friendship, and the power of living life to the fullest, even in the face of death.
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Life cannot treat Alexia Grey any better. She has amazing family and friends and gets perfect scores. She is destined for great things. She has envisioned a life with her boyfriend, for whom she has sacrificed her entry to the state's best university. But fate has other plans. The perfect future she has pictured shatters into pieces one fateful day.
Alexia Grey is a happy-go-lucky girl who has been dumped by her high school sweetheart. Things get more unbearable when it becomes the talk of the town. People either give her looks of pity or laugh at her. Left without a choice, she leaves for the city to start afresh.
In New York City, she meets the cold and aloof Matteo Knight, whose mysterious vibe draws her towards him. Matteo is an introvert with great ambition. To achieve his lifetime goal of becoming a famous doctor, he refuses to get distracted by anything. As a result, he has grown distant from everyone around him.
Enter Alexia Grey who has now become his neighbour. What kind of sparks will fly between a boy who is driven by his desire for success and a girl who wants a fresh start in life?
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[Open Novella Contest 2020] Prompt #61: After being jilted, you move to the city to hide your embarrassment, lick your wounds and start afresh.
Started: 8 February 2020
Completed: 4 May 2020