In a tragic turn of events, Alex's life changed forever. But just when he thought all hope was lost, a chance encounter with a determined girl named Lily sparked a connection that would change his life forever. With her unwavering positivity and determination to succeed, she helped him find strength in his passion for music, and together they proved that even in the darkest of times, love and hope can conquer all.
A short romance story
By Blair Pearson
DEBUT BESTSELLING AUTHOR
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CHAPTER ONE.
There lived a boy named Alex. He was the most beautiful person inside and out. His eyes were like the sky on a clear day, and his hair, golden like the sun. He had everything he ever wanted in life, a loving family, supportive friends and a passion for music. He always admired the way the melody and lyrics connect people, making them feel loved and understood.
One summer day, he went on a road trip with his best friends, and they planned to have the time of their lives, never knowing they were about to experience an unimaginable life-changing moment. On their way back home, their car collided with a drunk driver, and Alex's legs got crushed beyond repair. His friends had minor injuries and managed to survive but watching their best friend's agony, they felt helpless.
Alex was alive, but his life changed forever. He would never feel the grass on his feet, run towards his dreams or dance under the rain. He knew he had to learn to live with his condition, but the initial shock and disbelief overwhelmed him. Alex's darkness was starting to creep in, and everything around him seemed bleak and incomplete. It took him a while, but his fighting spirit slowly crept back on him and gave him hope.
Around the same time, a girl named Lily, trained hard for her upcoming running competition. She was fast, agile and had the stamina of a lion. Her only goal was to win the competition for her sister, who had passed away from a terminal illness. Lily's heart was pure and determined, and she believed that she could conquer the world with her running skills.
It was two weeks before the competition, and Lily wanted to train a little late that day. She couldn't believe her eyes when she saw a beautiful boy, sitting on a bench, staring into the sky. Intrigued by his beauty, she went closer to him to introduce herself and ask about his story. Alex, who was lost in his thoughts, was surprised to hear her voice. It had been a while since anyone spoke to him like a normal person. Alex and Lily's eyes met, and somehow, a connection blossomed between them. He told her about his accident, and she opened up about her sister's passing away.
Lily was moved by his story, and a feeling of sadness settled in. She couldn't fathom what it felt like to lose her legs, but she knew what it felt like to lose something so precious and close to the heart. Lily knew she could never fully understand the extent of Alex's loss, but she wanted to make him happy and give him some sense of normalcy. They started meeting more often, and Lily's smile brightened up Alex's day.
Though Alex felt happy with Lily, he couldn't help but wonder about his future. He always dreamed of being a musician, and now with his legs gone, he couldn't imagine how to achieve his aspirations. Lily's positivity and unwavering love for running encouraged Alex to pursue his passion. He started writing songs and composing music on his keyboard, while Lily trained for her running contest.
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As a simple assistant, messaging the CEO in the dead of night to request shares of adult films was a bold move. Bethany, unsurprisingly, didn't receive any films. However, the CEO responded that, while he had no films to share, he could offer a live demonstration. After a night filled with passion, Bethany was certain she'd lose her job. But instead, her boss proposed, "Marry me. Please consider it." "Mr. Bates, you're kidding me, right?"
Katie was forced to marry Dillan, a notorious ruffian. Her younger sister mocked her, "You're just an adopted daughter. Count your blessings for marrying him!" The world anticipated Katie's tribulations, but her married life unfurled with unexpected serenity. She even snagged a lavish mansion in a raffle! Katie jumped into Dillan's arms, credited him as her lucky charm. "No, Katie, it's you who brings me all this luck," Dillan replied. Then, one fateful day, Dillan's childhood friend came to her. "You're not worthy of him. Take this 50 million and leave him!" Katie finally grasped Dillan's true stature—the wealthiest man on the planet. That night, trembling with trepidation, she broached the subject of divorce with Dillan. However, with a domineering embrace, he told her, "I'd give you everything I have. Divorce is off the table!"
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The day Lilah found out that she was pregnant, she caught her fiancé cheating on her. Her remorseless fiancé and his mistress almost killed her. Lilah fled for her dear life. When she returned to her hometown five years later, she happened to save a little boy's life. The boy's father turned out to be the world's richest man. Everything changed for Lilah from that moment. The man didn't let her experience any inconvenience. When her ex-fiancé bullied her, he crushed the scumbag's family and also rented out an entire island just to give Lilah a break from all the drama. He also taught Lilah's hateful father a lesson. He crushed all her enemies before she even asked. When Lilah's vile sister threw herself at him, he showed her a marriage certificate and said, "I'm happily married and my wife is much more beautiful than you are!" Lilah was shocked. "When did we ever get married? Last I checked, I was still single." With a wicked smile, he said, "Honey, we've been married for five years. Isn't it about time we had another child together?" Lilah's jaw dropped to the floor. What the hell was he talking about?
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