Where Winter Meets Summer Novels & Stories

He shot a quick glance toward the cliff. If Chris had been alone, a cliff like that wouldn’t have been much of a problem for him. The problem was that Winter was with him. That made everything much more complicated. The weeds in this part of the forest rose to waist height, making it even harder to move through than the barren mountain they had crossed earlier within Liono City. This was where the northern and southern regions met. The forest had the thick, dense growth of the south, and with the weather warming over the past few days, the spring vegetation had grown wild.

Elena's POV Winters: Long, cold, snowy, and dark (sunset can be as early as 3:30 PM). Perfect for a hiding mood; cozy cafés, candlelight, a little loneliness. Summers: Bright, mild, and full of festivals. The sun can stay up until 11 PM in June/July. The city has a medieval Old Town with cobblestone streets, colorful houses, and spires... like stepping into another world. But it’s also modern, with glass buildings and a strong tech culture.

However, he never showed himself, leaving me with no chance to vent my frustration. This absurd routine continued until the Snowcrest New Year. It was the grandest festival on the Snowcrest Plateau. To my surprise, John did not show up. By the time the sun was setting, I overheard people talking. Another avalanche had struck the Skyspire Mountains. My eyelid twitched. A moment later, the neighbor’s daughter spotted me and asked in surprise, “Dr. Summer, isn’t that handsome guy with you? He went to get you a gift, didn’t he?”

Just like what happened to me in my previous life. When I heard of their death, the weight on me was instantly relieved. Those who brought about my tragic end were gone at last. The winter of my life ended, and I was heading toward spring.

“Who the hell knows. There are still enough wolves who hate his guts and will kill him on sight. He won’t show his face until he has a proper army.” She turns her eyes from me and looks out at the world again. “He’s doing this? The snow?” “Not directly. The balance is… upset. This happens when the triad is disturbed.” “Will it get worse?” I nod. “Weird weather is always the first sign. The snow never fully melts here, but it’s not supposed to be this bad, especially not with summer approaching.” “It’s summer?” she asks in awe. “I’ve lost complete track of time.”

One bright morning, Rowan looked at Caelum in my arms and said gently, "When you grow up, the two of us will protect Mommy together. We’ll be her knights." In that moment, I felt like the happiest person in the world, wrapped in a love so deep it filled every part of my life.

The voice on the other end of the line rose, cutting through the speaker so sharply it seemed to rattle the dishes on the table. "I found Julian 440 yards above Camp One, at the bottom of a cliff. His whole body is frozen solid. And he was still clutching a torn piece of note in his hand."

Yet somehow… my mind still drifted toward a stubborn eighteen-year-old girl with pink bandages and reckless eyes. Ava. Even after three days away from her, she still found a way into my thoughts like she belonged there. And that was the real problem. I exhaled sharply and grabbed the whiskey bottle from the table, pouring another glass. Outside, Pasadena glittered beneath the night sky. Beautiful. But inside the hotel suite, I already knew the truth. This summer was becoming dangerous in ways I never expected.

What do normal people do when they come to Crete for a summer vacation? They probably post photos on I*******m with captions like "Sun, sea, sand #blessed," sip ouzo in the evenings, smash plates, and just soak up that effortless island vibe. And what am I doing? I’m covering my ears with my hands, counting prime numbers backward in my head, and trying not to lose my absolute mind. I am in a literal marathon to stay sane.

I stand and walk away, my mood improving after the feel of his lips on mine. ***** The Winter Dance comes every year after classes are over. It's the time to celebrate that we finally have our vacations and when new romances spring. When the snow king and queen get selected. The school is slowly becoming this enchanted ice castle. All the clubs are involved in the decorations and in organizing the festivity. Christmas trees are almost on every corner. Lights of white and blue colors cover the ceiling. There are white garlands on the walls.