Beneath the Neon Glow
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  • Reads 3
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  • Parts 2
  • Time 28m
Ongoing, First published Sep 04
Mature
"Beneath the Neon Glow" follows the harrowing journey of Alexis, a 19-year-old orphan trapped in a world of despair and self-destruction. Working long, lonely hours at a desolate gas station, she battles the relentless grip of self-harm and the haunting memories of a fractured family. Her parents, wealthy and indifferent, have long since abandoned her emotionally, while her brother, Kaleb, has spiraled into the dark world of addiction. Just when Alexis is on the brink of losing herself completely, a glimmer of hope appears in the form of Mathew, her patient and kind coworker, who offers her the first true connection she's felt in years. As their bond deepens, Mathew becomes a lifeline for Alexis, but their growing relationship ignites a dangerous conflict with Kaleb, who is determined to drag everyone down with him.

As Kaleb's threats escalate into a violent attempt to murder Mathew by injecting him with fentanyl, Alexis is thrust into a battle not only for her own survival but for the life of the man she loves. Mathew's descent into addiction mirrors Kaleb's, and Alexis is forced to confront the dark parallels between the two men she cares about most. As she fights to help Mathew recover, she's faced with the devastating reality that love alone may not be enough to save him. Ultimately, "Beneath the Neon Glow" is a heart-wrenching tale of love, addiction, and the painful journey toward healing, where the scars of the past must be confronted before any hope of a future can be found.
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