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Grown Up
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Complete, First published Sep 10, 2025
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After the heartbreak, betrayals, and chaos that once defined her life, Winter is finally learning how to breathe again. With Blair by her side, their relationship stronger than ever, the two of them begin to build a life filled with hope, love, and second chances. Blair is thriving at the car dealership, proving to himself-and to Winter-that he can create stability, while Winter works part-time at her mother's restaurant, finding unexpected joy in simple routines.

But the shadows of the past linger. Old wounds don't fade easily, and memories of Brooklyn, Eric, and Vivia still haunt Winter when she least expects it. Balancing the pain of yesterday with the promise of tomorrow, Winter discovers that healing isn't about forgetting-it's about moving forward with scars intact.

This is a story about forgiveness, resilience, and choosing love, even when life threatens to pull everything apart.
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