PROLOGUE 

      In a city alive with the rhythm of ambition and dreams, two sisters, Ari and Mia, navigated the complexities of love, jealousy, and ambition. Ari, the older sister, was a quiet soul with big dreams, determined to make her mark in the world. Mia, on the other hand, was bold and assertive, unafraid to take what she wanted—even if it meant competing with her own sister.

Their lives took a sharp turn when Ari met Leo, a charismatic dancer whose passion and charm captured her heart. But Leo was no stranger to the sisters—he had once been the object of Mia’s affection. Though Leo had made it clear to Mia that his feelings were not romantic, the knowledge that her sister was now growing closer to him sparked a rivalry that neither of them fully understood.

As Ari and Leo’s bond deepened, so did the tension between the sisters. Ari’s feelings for Leo grew, but she was conflicted by her loyalty to Mia and the unresolved emotions that lingered between them. Their relationship was further complicated by Leo’s own uncertainty. While there was undeniable chemistry between him and Ari, he hesitated to define their relationship, leaving Ari in a state of confusion and longing.

The story unfolds as Ari and Leo navigate their complicated feelings for each other. The dance studio becomes a place of both solace and tension, where emotions run high and unspoken words hang in the air. Each encounter between Ari and Leo brings them closer, yet pushes them apart, as they struggle with their own fears and insecurities.

Mia, watching from the sidelines, battles her own jealousy and resentment. She had once loved Leo deeply, and seeing him with her sister reopens old wounds. But Mia is not one to be easily deterred. She is determined to protect her sister, even if it means confronting her own feelings and accepting the reality of the situation.

TO HEAVEN WITH YOU

 When Leo stepped into the gym area, the room seemed to shift, or at least it did for Ari. She noticed him immediately, the moment he entered, shirtless and glistening with confidence. A wave of regret washed over her. She wished she hadn’t decided to stay and continue her exercises after bumping into him earlier. It would have been easier to leave, to escape the inevitable tension that followed him. But it was too late now; she was stuck here, and so was he. 


Leo’s presence dominated the room. His eyes locked onto her, and he didn’t look away. Even as he started his workout, lifting weights with practiced ease, his gaze remained fixed on her. It was intense, unrelenting, and it made her skin crawl with discomfort. Ari tried to ignore him, focusing on her exercises with renewed determination, but it was no use. She could feel his eyes on her, tracking her every move, and it was driving her crazy. 


THE SILENT DISTANCE