Dehan's life has always been ruled by expectations-his father's relentless pressure to take over the family business weighs heavily on him. But there's one thing that keeps him grounded: Ashitha. Quiet, determined, and filled with secrets, Ashitha has always been there for Dehan, even when the world seemed like it was falling apart. But as they both face the pressure of their futures, their bond begins to shift. What started as friendship soon grows into something neither of them is prepared for-a love they've both kept hidden for too long.
When their paths diverge, with Ashitha seeking independence and Dehan juggling family obligations, they must navigate the difficult balance between dreams, love, and loyalty. But as their feelings deepen, so does the weight of their secrets. Can they fight for each other, or will the expectations of their past tear them apart?
From late-night conversations to stolen moments at the beach, follow Dehan and Ashitha on a slow-burn journey of love, growth, and self-discovery. This is a story about the power of second chances, the struggle for independence, and the courage it takes to follow your heart, no matter where it leads.
Will they find their way to each other? Or will life's pressures pull them in different directions?
❁✩𖣘✩ ❁✩ ❁✩𖣘✩ ❁✩𖣘✩ ❁✩𖣘✩
⚠️ Trigger Warning:
Self-harm
Abuse
Suicide
Grief-stricken over the death of the boss who was like a father to her, Olivia Bailey is left to deal with the aftermath--the arrival of his dashing but estranged son, Pierce Alexander. But she can't stand him and he doesn't trust her. Will working for the new CEO remain to be an impossible task?
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Olivia Bailey might be plain and boring, but she's content with her current lifestyle, working for the kind but lonely old man who owns Alexander Corporation. But his untimely death flips her simple life upside down. Now, she must deal with his estranged son, the heir to his business empire, together with the growing feelings building up between them. Will Olive manage to bear the pressure and issues cropping up along the way--or is this too much to ask?
Disclaimer: This story won The Wattys 2014 People's Choice Award.
Cover Design by Ashley Marie Bandy