The Perfect Run Novels & Stories

uncomfortably human. The running track area was located at the back of the PowerCore Gym complex—a closed, private section surrounded by tall, dense vegetation. In the mornings, it was always cooler here than in the main building, and the rubber-coated track provided soft yet firm feedback to every stride. Lennox already knew this ground. But today, he stepped onto it differently. His ankle moved tightly, his shoulders slightly lowered. Beside him, Sloane walked in complete silence, tablet in hand, and for the first time, she didn't look sideways. Her gaze was fixed ahead, her mask of professionalism clinging to her skin like armor against the rising sun.

I looked like the perfect bride. Too perfect, I thought bitterly. The perfect pawn in a game I never asked to play. My eyes shifted to the window. The world outside seemed so open, so free. It called to me like a silent invitation. Run, a voice in my head urged. You still have time. Just run. My heart thudded harder at the thought. If I ran now, I’d finally be free from them — the Carringtons, their rules, their lies. Run, Ava. Run before it’s too late.

"There. Now get the hell out!" With my goal achieved, I turned without a moment’s hesitation. Alas, fate had other plans. The massive chandelier above came crashing down straight toward me. Terror froze me in place. My mind screamed at me to run, but my body betrayed me, rooted to the spot. In that moment, I saw it—the smug curve of Victoria’s lips, the glint of malice in her eyes. Time slowed. The crystal chandelier was about to smash into me. Then, suddenly, someone shoved me hard.

Week One — Break and Build 0400 PT. Philips’ whistle could have split granite. “Up, up, up!” he barked as the team pounded the frosted oval. Bruno ran like a quarry truck—loud, relentless. Wolfgang kept a baker’s rhythm: heavy exhale on the turn, long drive on the back straight. Sonja’s cadence was surgical, feet whispering across the lane. Will tried to make everyone else laugh and suffered for it. Frank ran silent, a shadow with a pulse. Pauly threw up neatly behind the long-jump pit, wiped his mouth, and kept running.

“I question the old man, and he studies me in silence. “If you do, then you would understand why I'm here. “I reply, and he shuts his eyes and inhales deeply. “You really want to be perfect, huh? “He questions and I stare at him in silence. “I believe you've heard the saying, beauty is pain. How much pain are you willing to go through, and how beautiful do you want to be? How hungry are you for perfection? “He questions, and I scoff. “ I'd bear any amount of pain to shut my Aunt up. To be a god who would stun everyone, and be mindlessly worshiped. I'm not hungry for perfection, I'm starved for it, and I'd go to any length to attain it. “I reply. Burning as the occurrence from the party repla

I feel so tired, and I just want to close my eyes and never wake up. I watch in awe as I slice one wrist once, twice, and thrice for good measure. I feel no pain, just white noise and a calmness. I change hands, and the glass feels heavy; I feel it go deep and deeper; I let the glass drop and get into the tiny shower and turn on the water; it’s lukewarm it reminds me of my shitty apartment . I let it wash over me clothes and all. I slide down against the wall all the way to the floor and watch the water wash the blood away, but it keeps coming back every time; soon, I am feeling sleepy and cold, oh so cold. I can feel the darkness pulling me, and I want to surrender. My thoughts suddenly tur

He didn’t quite know where his strength had gone, he never felt this drained no matter how exhausting his matches were. He made himself a cup of tea with automatic motions and felt the eyes of everyone in the room. He took a sip and felt much better immediately. His mind had come out of its panicked state. “Is there any chance that the selection made by the government system could be redacted and a selection made again?” he enquired. “I think everyone was expecting Prince Sebastian’s marriage partner to be female.” Camilla’s jaw was tight when she replied.

I closed my eyes and let out a deep sigh as I realized that she was actually putting all on me. Astrid looked so petite while wearing our pure white scrub uniform. Her hands were in the pockets of her tops. Her long-legged have been emphasized as she crossed her legs while wearing her pure white pants, together with her dress shoes with a low heel. It looked perfect on her. Her long-light-brown hair was loosened and cascading down her back that danced on the breeze as she moved. She was carrying on her lap my navy-blue backpack while seating on our bleachers. She was looking around while biting her nails. Her eyes looked so jaded, that contributed to her innocent face.

. This definitely doesn't look good.I wipe my sweaty palms on a napkin, get up and walks over to where they stand. When I get there Rea turns and gives me a grin. "Oh you're here, I guess you've finally decided to give him the number yourself". I freeze, I was definitely not expecting this. She hands me the piece of paper. "Okay, I'll be at our table waiting for you alright". She gives me a hug and whispers. "Best of luck". I couldn't even get a word out and she leaves. I actually wish for the ground to open up and do it's 'thing'. "Hi". A soft masculine voice calls out to me. I look at him. Damnit, how is it possible that he's hotter than before. I drink in his masculine features for the

I finally receive a mind link from Luna Olivia and start running in the direction she is but as I reached closer, I spot a group of rouges advancing in the very same direction and increase my pace to reach faster. I watch the group of rogues encircle the tunnel slide while I push my legs harder to reach them across the field whereas my eyes are transfixed on them. My uncaring attitude towards my surroundings gives me deep cuts all over my arms and legs but I pay no heed to them and keep running while my already red summer dress turns completely crimson. When I’m almost there, I observe one of the rogues breaking the tunnel surface and trying to get to Luna Olivia.