DECEMBER--The Odd Ones

The Odd Ones
A group of friends, each with a name that stood out like a whispered secret, each carrying a story both beautiful and heartbreaking.

December
I was always the good girl-the straight-A student, the responsible teacher, the model citizen. I did everything right, yet I never felt enough. My reflection was my greatest enemy, my weight a constant battle. Compliments meant nothing when I couldn't believe them myself.

Then I met Rider.

He was my coach, a force of nature wrapped in quiet confidence. His encouragement wasn't just about the gym-it seeped into my bones, into the way I saw myself. He made me feel like I was more than just my insecurities. And then... he made me feel loved.

But love came with secrets.

Ours had to stay hidden for the sake of his job-or so he said. I accepted it, held onto the stolen moments, the whispered promises. Until one night, I overheard him.

And my world crumbled.