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His life takes a turn for the better.

Prologue
Could it be that he knows, and that's why he...?"
The life of secrets, betrayal, and firm
In the midst of being lonely some days, Karalana takes a turn in life for the better.
Karalana's mind was a swirling tempest of memories.The weight of his mother's death hung heavy on his shoulders—a tragedy that had shattered his world. Though the accident had been beyond his control, the blame was inescapable.
One fateful evening, as the sun dipped below the horizon, casting long shadows across the mountains, he met Sharisha. Her presence was a gentle breeze that momentarily calmed the storm in his heart. The two shared a secret beneath their imaginations, their whispered words forming an unbreakable bond.
As time passed, Karalana couldn't deny the growing connection between them. In Sharisha, he saw not just a refuge from his past but the promise of a brighter future. And so he made a decision to be by her side: he would keep his mother's death a secret from her; it was a lie born out of love.
In the glittering city of Smokey Valley and with unfamiliar faces, Karalana's trust issues deepened like a chasm in his soul. Surrounded by the wealthy elite, he felt like an outsider, a mere spectator in a world where people wore masks of politeness and privilege.
When every smile seemed to have hidden agendas. He couldn't help but wonder if, in this world of opulence, genuine connections were a rarity. The memories of his cousin's past betrayal and the weight of his tormenting memory only fueled his suspicion of everyone he met.
Yet, amid this sea of unfamiliarity,Sharisha remained his anchor. Her unwavering support and genuine affection were the glimmers of light in his darkening world. With her, he dared to believe that trust could be rekindled, even in a city where wealth and facades seemed to rule.
The unexpected marriage of Karalana and Sharisha sent shockwaves through Sanka and Abisai's circle of friends.

BLOOM OF UNSPOKEN LONGING

"Andrew, compose yourself. Don't forget what Sharisha said." Jevaun interjected, but Andrew's focus remained solely on Khennan. 


"I'm not talking to you, Jevaun. I need her to answer me," Andrew insisted, his determination unwavering. 


With a resigned sigh, Khennan met Andrew's gaze squarely, her own eyes reflecting a mixture of defiance and regret. 


"Fine!" she exclaimed, her voice edged with frustration. 


"I told her to stay away, like she always did, and that we could handle it. If she's hurt about that, it can't compare to how hurt I was when she refused to visit Kini when he needed her the most." 


The air between them crackled with tension, each word spoken carrying the weight of years of unresolved emotions and strained relationships. 


As the trio stood in uneasy silence, the lingering echoes of Khennan's words hung heavy in the air, casting a shadow over their already fraught circumstances. 


Unexpected news