I Like Me Better

Lorraine arrives in New York with a camera in one hand, a suitcase in the other, and no clear plan-only the hope that somewhere in the city, an opportunity is waiting for her. An amateur photographer still finding her footing, she takes on small gigs while searching for something more stable, counting every dollar and stretching every opportunity.

When she spots a one-bedroom apartment with rent surprisingly low for the neighborhood, she doesn't ask too many questions. She can't afford to. The only catch: the landlord lives there too.

Natalie is a private chef with a practical mind and an eye always on the next business move. Renting out part of her home isn't personal-it's a calculated decision, a way to generate extra income while she builds her career. She values order, routine, and clear boundaries, especially within her own space.

The arrangement is simple: shared walls, shared rules, separate lives.