Menu 7 Ater Leaning against the wall, I clutched the medicine bottle, my hand covering my mouth and nose, trying to avoid any trace of seafood scent. Before I could catch my breath, Ethan’s accusation exploded. Do you hate Qiana that much? She made breakfast for us, and you ruin it like this?” Mason followed, … Read more
6 The phone call ended silently. I took a deep breath, composing myself.“My best friend’s getting married. You two coming?” Ethan and Mason were growing distant with me. After I moved back to Miami, we might not see each other again, maybe not even remain friends. So I didn’t tell them the truth:“I was the … Read more
5 Holding the trophy, Qiana showed no joy for my win, no intention of handing it over. Instead, she looked pitifully at me. “Lanie, the director asked me to give you this. It’s a prestigious award. You’re so amazing.” She paused, then continued with a hesitant voice, “I was hoping… I’ve never won an award … Read more
4 Looking at the two anxious men, I said, They’re just photos. We can take more.” My voice was steady, my gaze unwavering. “Since they’re completely gone, we’ll just have to take some new ones. It’s been a while since we’ve gone on a trip anyway.” Ethan’s brow relaxed slightly. Mason seized the opportunity.“We could … Read more
3 I shut the door, shoved in my earbuds, blocking out the party’s noise. I’d decided to move back to Miami, meaning I needed to quit my job. But I wanted to finish my current projects, to avoid causing any trouble. I sat by the floor–to–ceiling window, working. The sun dipped below the horizon, painting … Read more
2 Out of sight, out of mind. I retreated to my room, burying myself in work. A knock on the door. Qiana, a mango pudding in hand, stood there, beaming. Her captivating almond eyes sparkled, a few flecks of yellow pudding dusting her pretty face. “Lanie, the party’s hopping downstairs. Come join the fun!” I … Read more
Menu < Lanie’s Story 1 Qiana was overwhelmed, practically speechless, trembling with excitement. You… you’re both too good to me. I’m so ordinary; I don’t deserve this…” “Don’t be silly!” Ethan gently wiped a tear from her cheek. “You’re amazing, the best girl I’ve ever met.” Qiana beamed, then her eyes flickered to me. “Oh, … Read more
23 A year later, Lydia received a text message from Aurora. Her best friend was getting married and invited her to be a bridesmaid! Lydia was overjoyed; she immediately put down everything she was doing, bought a ticket, and prepared to fly over, Bastian, of course, also learned the news from his sister. His hand … Read more
22 During this period, Isabelle was tormented terribly, unable to eat or sleep well. Everything she had done to Aurora was returned to her a thousandfold. She shivered in the basement. When the door opened and light appeared, she didn’t react immediately, until Sebastian walked in. Only then did she awaken as if from a … Read more
21 Not long after, Lydia arrived. She rushed over immediately after receiving Aurora’s call. The two hadn’t seen each other in a month, and Lydia embraced her good friend as soon as she arrived. “Aurora!” Aurora’s expression softened, and she embraced her friend. Lydia, you’re here.” They sat and talked for a while. When it … Read more