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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Once upon a time, there were two kingdoms once at peace. The kingdom of Salem and the kingdom of Mombana... Until the day, the king of Mombana passed away and a new monarch took over, Prince Cone. Prince Cone, has always been hungry for more power and more and more. After his coronation, he attacked Salem. The attack was so unexpected, Salem never prepared for it. They were caught off guard. The king and Queen was killed, the prince was taken into slavery. The people of Salem that survived the war was enslaved, their land taken from them. Their women were made sex slaves. They lost everything, including their land. Evil befall the land of Salem in form of Prince Cone, and the prince of Salem in his slavery was filled with so much rage. The prince of Salem, Prince Lucien swore revenge. 🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳 Ten years later, thirty-years old Lucien and his people raided a coup and escaped slavery. They went into hiding and recuperated. They trained day and night under the leadership of the fearless and cold Lucien who was driven with everything in him to get back their land, and take Mombana land too. It took them five years before they ambushed and attacked Mombana. They killed Prince Cone and reclaimed everything. As they screamed out their victory, Lucien's eyes found and pinned the proud princess of Mombana. Princess Danika. The daughter of Prince Cone. As Lucien stared at her with the coldest eyes anyone can ever possess, he felt victory for the first time. He walked to the princess with the slave collar he'd won for ten years rattling in his hand as he walked. He reached close to her and with a swift movement, he collared her neck. Then, he tilted her chin up, staring into the bluest eyes and the most beautiful face ever created, he gave her a cold smile. "You are my acquisition. My slave. My sex slave. My property. I will pay you in spades, everything you and your father ever did to me and my people." He stated curtly. Pure hatred, coldness and victory was the only emotion on his face. .
Rumors said that Lucas married an unattractive woman with no background. In the three years they were together, he remained cold and distant to Belinda, who endured in silence. Her love for him forced her to sacrifice her self-worth and her dreams. When Lucas' true love reappeared, Belinda realized that their marriage was a sham from the start, a ploy to save another woman's life. She signed the divorce papers and left. Three years later, Belinda returned as a surgical prodigy and a maestro of the piano. Lost in regret, Lucas chased her in the rain and held her tightly. "You are mine, Belinda."
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Joelle thought she could change Adrian's heart after three years of marriage, but she realized too late that it already belonged to another woman. "Give me a baby, and I'll set you free." The day Joelle went into labor, Adrian was traveling with his mistress on his private jet. "I don't care whom you love. My debt is paid. From now on, we have nothing to do with each other." Not long after Joelle left, Adrian found himself begging on his knees. "Please come back to me."