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Ayla is the kind of girl who lives quietly on the sidelines of her own life. Uncertain and soft-spoken, she moves through the world by going with the flow, never asking for too much and never taking up more space than she thinks she deserves. To everyone else, she seems calm and composed, someone who keeps her emotions locked safely away. But beneath that carefully built exterior, Ayla is deeply vulnerable, sensitive to every word, every silence, every expectation placed on her.
From a young age, she has tried her hardest to be the version of herself that her parents want-constantly chasing approval, constantly fearing disappointment. No matter how much she gives, it never feels like enough. The weight of expectations slowly becomes heavier, shaping her choices, her fears, and the way she views herself.
The only constant in Ayla's life is Rowan-her childhood best friend and the only person who truly knows her. He is her safe place, her quiet support, and the one person who sees past the walls she's built. Through shared memories, unspoken understanding, and years of growing up together, Rowan remains by her side as the world around her begins to feel overwhelming.
This story follows Ayla through her struggles, her slow self-discovery, and the painful lessons life forces her to learn. It explores love in its rawest form-not the kind that is perfect or easy, but the kind that hurts, scars, and challenges you. Because sometimes love feels more like pain than comfort... and yet, despite everything, it is still worth fighting for.