She started running. From her life, from reality. People say, "Reality is merely an illusion, albeit a persistent one," but she wasn't one to listen to what they wanted to say. She was sick of her fake existence throwing opportunities at her that were just out of her reach. Confused with her burdens and insecurities, she couldn't help but feel the need to do the wrong things, just for a getting a sense of belonging, even for a second. She was tired of feeling left behind and she wanted the people to pay attention to what she wanted, for once in her life. What she can only do is to wish that someday, she would find a place where dreams and reality collide. But, unfortunately, we don't always get what we want:
This is the truth.
This is the harsh reality.
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Hey fellow wattpaders!!!
This is the first story I have ever written for others to see, so don't be too harsh on me!! This description may appear vague to you, but I promise it will become clearer as we enter the story. I hope you like it!!!! If you do, don't forget to vote for it.... :)
Fair warning though: there might be slow updates, because of, well, I might not get the time to write because of school and exams, and I might not be able to update quite as regularly as I want to.
I really hope you will give my story a try!!
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Ella is falling apart trying to live a "perfect" high school life. Then she meets Ren, who can see past her scars. Suddenly perfection isn't her only option.
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Ella Volkov is a gifted music student, but she's depressed and starting to crack under the pressure of high school. Her overbearing father won't even let her choose what instrument she plays. Then she finds herself alone at a party with Ren, her best friend's crush. She'd always thought he was rude, but after that night he's all Ella can think about. Now she's trapped. If Ella dates Ren, it will ruin her friendship with Jenny. But if she stays true to Jenny, she's losing the one person who can see past her scars. It's up to Ella to decide if she will forge her own path, or stay in the "perfect" box designed for her...
Content and/or Trigger Warning: depression, anxiety, self-harm, violence, sexual assault.
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