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Shadows Between Us

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familydrama internalstruggles malexfemale mxf passion relationship romance slowburn trauma twist

In the heart of Evermore City, two lives run parallel, each haunted by shadows of the past.  

Isaiah Simmons, a man of calm precision, thrives on control and order, masking the wounds of a betrayal that shattered his trust in humanity. His life is a fortress-unbreachable, or so he believes.  

Lila McCann, a poised and brilliant architect, buries her trauma behind layers of sophistication and self-reliance. She has mastered the art of keeping people at arm's length, unwilling to let anyone glimpse the twisted pain she carries.  

When their worlds collide, what begins as a chance encounter becomes a slow unraveling of the barriers they've built. But as their connection deepens, so do the secrets they've both fought to keep buried.  

With family dramas threatening to pull them apart, internal struggles clouding their judgment, and betrayals looming large, Isaiah and Lila must decide: Is love worth the risk of letting someone in, even when the scars run so deep?  

Theme: A slow-burn romance filled with passion, twists, and drama, where the past and present collide to challenge trust, forgiveness, and the pursuit of healing.All Rights Reserved

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The silent yearning

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