Lanterns in the Rain

In a quiet town where the rain never seems to stop, Rae is a reserved, introverted girl who prefers the company of her own thoughts to the chaos of crowded hallways. With her hood pulled up and her hazel eyes constantly drifting toward the windows, she hides from the world-until Henry, a kind-hearted and persistent boy, steps into her life.

Henry isn't popular, but his smile has the ability to cut through Rae's walls, and his patience begins to unravel the secrets she keeps locked away. The more time they spend together, the more Rae feels drawn to him, though she's afraid to trust him with the fragile parts of herself she's spent years protecting.

As their bond deepens, Rae finds herself caught between her fear of vulnerability and the growing warmth Henry offers. But with every step forward, she questions if she's ready to risk it all-or if love is a storm that could drown her.

Lanterns in the Rain is a poignant, slow-burn romance about the courage it takes to love, the battle between fear and trust, and finding peace in the quiet moments of connection when the world feels too loud. Set against the backdrop of rainy days and quiet conversations, this story explores the delicate dance of opening up to someone who could change everything-and how sometimes, the greatest love stories begin with a single, unexpected moment.
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Author note's
When I began writing Lanterns in the Rain, it wasn't just a story about love-it was a story about finding light in the quiet corners of life, even when the world feels heavy. Rae and Henry's journey is one of vulnerability and growth, a reminder that sometimes the bravest thing we can do is let someone in.

Thank you for joining me in this world of rain and light, fear and trust, and the beauty of finding someone who makes the world feel just a little less lonely.

Love,
Ler.