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.
"There will be no falling in love, we will only act as a loving couple when we are in public, we will share a room to make it believable, but no intimacy, touching is off-limits. We'll only have sex once a month, and that's solely to produce an heir. You won't interfere in my business, and I won't interfere in yours. You will be my wife in every sense and you will not be involved with any other man," he said, arrogance seeping from every word. I watch his mouth move, I'm not ready to fall in love with any man, especially not one as arrogant and egoistic as him. I can handle acting as a loving couple, and as for intimacy once a month. I can agree to that just to satisfy my sexual cravings with no strings attached. "Where can I sign?" I asked since I had nothing to lose. *** Nadine's wedding dreams turned to nightmares when she caught her sister and fiancé cheating! With a secret recording, she's ready for revenge. But then mysterious billionaire Logan West offers a deal: A Contract Marriage to take down her ex's empire. But what Nadine doesn't know is her life is getting complicated as she takes her chance to get revenge or risks everything for a chance at love?"
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."
[Cute Baby + Secret Identity + Powerful hero and heroine!] Caroline loved Damian with all her heart for five whole years. She devoted herself to him and lived humbly for his sake. However, when the couple faced a crisis, she hoped that the news of her pregnancy would fix their marriage, but what she got in return was just a divorce agreement. And to make things worse, while she was about to give birth, she had fallen into someone's trap and her life was in danger. After managing to survive such a harrowing experience, she was determined to cut all ties with the man. Five years later, she re-emerged with her head held high, being the CEO of a famous company. Those who used to bully her now got a taste of their own medicine. And the truth about the past gradually surfaced... Dazzled by Caroline's newfound confidence, her ex-husband wanted to get back together with her, but she just turned a blind eye to his advances. Damian pleaded desperately, "Honey, our baby needs both his parents. Please remarry me!"
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."
She was a world-renowned divine doctor, the CEO of a publicly traded company, the most formidable female mercenary, and a top-tier tech genius. Marissa, a titan with a plethora of secret identities, had hidden her true stature to marry a seemingly impoverished young man. However, on the eve of their wedding, her fiance, who was actually the lost heir to a wealthy dynasty, called off the engagement and subjected her to degradation and mockery. Upon the revelation of her concealed identities, her ex-fiance was left stunned and desperately pleaded for her forgiveness. Standing protectively before Marissa, an incredibly influential and fearsome magnate declared, "This is my wife. Who would dare try to claim her?"
Madison had always believed that she would marry Colten. She spent her youth admiring him from afar, dreaming of their future life together. But Colten was always indifferent to her, and when he abandoned her at a time when she needed him most, she finally realized that he never loved her. With renewed resolve and a thirst for revenge, Madison left. Endless possibilities lay ahead, but Colten was no longer part of her plans. Colten rushed to her place in a panic. "Madison, please come back to me. I’ll give you everything!" It was his powerful uncle who answered the door. "She's my woman now."