INICIAR SESIÓNRAVEN POV.“He must think I'm a weirdo". Later, walking outside past bank banners and windows plastered with flyers for APARTMENT BACKED LOANS and SAME DAY LOANS FOR OFFICE WORKERS, I carried my documents with a heavy heart. Time blurred through exhaustion. Working at a store, i wiped down tables, picked up bottles, and mopped the tiled floors. At night, i delivered packages on a motorcycle, By evening, i washed dishes in a busy restaurant kitchen. One night, sitting outside the back exit in my apron, I checked my phone. A notification flashed across the screen: HOSPITALIZATION FEE: $4,037. Overwhelmed, i buried my face in my hands. i clutched my phone tightly, my fingers trembling. Back at the store, I managed the cash register, counting out cash and operating microwave. Meanwhile, in the apartment, Justin sat on the floor eating a bowl of food while listening to his phone. A voice message played:"Justin, I hope this reaches you. You must have been scared. But you know, I
The sharp click clack of Caris stilettos sounded through the corridors of the vas Caris Art Hall. The walls were clinical white, broken by the rectangular cutout that offered a glimpse of greenery outside. her black blazer dress fluttering as she rounded the corners of the space. She slowed her pace as she entered the main gallery, where the walls were lined with large expressive portraits. She looked tired, or perhaps just bored. "Hello, Ms. Caris," a voice said. Caris didn't turn around immediately. Behind her two employees, a man in a sharp suit and a woman in a professional blouse approached with polite smiles. "Our pieces are so luxurious, aren't they?" Caris remarked, "Of course they are," the woman replied quickly, her tone with practiced enthusiasm. "The director has quite the gorgeous eye for art." Caris finally turned to face them, "That's the issue," she said, her voice dropping. "This is so my mother's taste." The male employee looked puzzled. "What's the issu
DORIAN POV. I turned towards the staircase. A pale white gown approached step by step, My breath hitched as I watched her emerge the click of her heels. "I look awkward don't i?" Raven began,” I took a step forward. "A real life masterpiece," I exclaimed "A result like this would give Cinderella a run for her money,” I reached into the pocket of my blazer, exposing a velvet box. A ring of extraordinary beauty surrounded by shimmering stones. I didn't ask, simply taking her hand and sliding the ring through. Getting to the Gala with scent of expensive perfumes and cologne. "Are you ready," I asked Raven. She clutched her chest, "Hold on," her eyes darting towards a waiter carrying a tray of sauternes, she intercepted the tray, downing a glass in one go. "We've been dating for six months,” She recited the rehearsed story, "Fell inlove at first sight at a friend's wedding, Date nights are usually spent watching movies at home,” "And we're planning on getting married next sp
RAVEN POV. Standing at the hospital reception desk while staring at the paper in hand. "Did you say two hundred dollars?” The receptionist, a woman with short dark hair. "That's for both of you, which includes the tests and treatments received by the man you came with,” I looked down at the details, my finger tracing the numbers listed for medical services. "Why would I pay for his treatment?" "Were you two not together? He said you would take care of the bills." The receptionist asked. "how does this make any sense? I was the one who saved his life!" She remained unmoved, her focus on the transaction at hand. "will it be credited,” she asked. There is no arguing my way out of this. I pulled out a small stack of cash and placed it on the surface, The receptionist smiled as she pulled it towards her, leaving me with nothing. How can I survive two more days with ten dollars? The door to my hotel room swung open as I stumbled inside."That damn highway robber, you're dead
DORIAN POV. "Bennett zade, I’m coming for you." Driving my white BMW while Speaking on the phone, "Where is he staying?" I demanded On the other side Theodore. "Apex hotel," "Okay, Good job," confirming the intelligence. "I booked a room for you there, But I hear he's notorious for being picky and guarded and won't engage with anyone he doesn't know." "really?" glancing down at a document detailing the Bennett zade relational chart a web of faces and names. “you said he graduated from vesper high, right? I want a list of his teachers, along with the school uniform and even cafeteria bestsellers." and names. “you said he graduated from vesper high, right? I want a list of his teachers, along with the school uniform and even cafeteria bestsellers." Theodore, trying to keep up, said, "It'll be in your inbox by the evening, you should enjoy valerius island until then." Hang! I stood against the rivers, Miles away or perhaps just a few feet, Raven in a yellow dress sat on the
RAVEN POV. The distance between our lips was just a breath. As his mouth met mine, the world felt steady, and mine. "Hold on," i whispered against his skin. "What is your name?" he opened his mouth to answer, but the voice that came back wasn't his. "This stop is Bellevue! Bellevue station!" The dream shattered. The scent of expensive cologne was replaced by the stale air of a crowded city bus. My eyes snapped open, blinking severely against the fluorescent lights. I wasn't a CEO, and no one was proposing to me. I was jolted upright in my seat, my bags weighing heavily against my legs. I stumbled off the bus at Valerius International Airport, my heart still heavy with the life I didn't have. That was when I saw it. Towering over the terminal was an enormous digital billboard. "Guest Lecturer: Bennett Zade, the best AI programmer in Paris." My stomach dropped. The name ranged in my head like a physical blow. Just a year ago, that name meant "home." Now, looking at h







