Peace_Hassan

Synopsis:

Olivia Carter always believed she knew everything about her older sister, Phoenix. They shared secrets, dreams, and promises — until the night Phoenix vanished without a word.

Everyone says Phoenix ran away. Olivia isn't so sure.

As she searches for clues, Olivia uncovers hidden pieces of her sister’s life — a strange phone call, a secret Phoenix tried to protect, and a silence too heavy to ignore. With the help of her closest friends, Olivia begins to unravel the truth, discovering that the people she trusted most may know more than they’re saying.

Some secrets are buried for a reason.
And some letters were never meant to be found.


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letters to liv

Friday night hit like a pulse of adrenaline through Cherryvale High.

By 8 p.m., Lexi Westbrook's house had turned into the scene of a teen soap—music blasting, lights dimmed, and the clinking of red cups echoing under the buzz of gossip. The rich kids and wannabes packed every corner, dressed like they were born to be photographed.

Her phone buzzed as she stepped out of Peter's car.

Olivia rolled her eyes and slipped through the gate, where Harper and Savannah waited behind a row of trimmed hedges.

Harper raised a brow. "You ready?"

Inside, the house was chaos in glitter. Lexi Westbrook's aesthetic was neon lights, metallic streamers, and curated chaos. Olivia spotted her in the kitchen—queen bee in gold, surrounded by her buzzing court.

Lexi caught sight of them, smirked, and strutted over.

"Well, well. Little Carter crawled out of her hole."

Olivia smiled coolly. "Couldn't miss the event of the year."

Lexi's gaze flicked toward Peter, who'd just entered. "Cute accessory."

Peter nodded politely, ignoring the jab.

Savannah stepped forward. "You're really going all out, Lexi."

Lexi twirled a strand of her hair. "Why not? Some of us still have lives to live."

The comment stung, but Olivia didn't flinch. "So tell me, did Phoenix RSVP?"

The music dipped just enough for the question to land like a slap.

Lexi's smile faltered. For a split second, something cold flickered in her eyes.

Then she shrugged. "She was never really the party type. Always playing house with my brother."

Olivia crossed her arms. "Funny. You don't seem too broken up about her."

Lexi leaned in, voice low. "You think this is a game. It's not."

"Then tell me where she is," Olivia shot back.

Lexi narrowed her eyes. "I think you need another drink."

Before Olivia could say more, Peter pulled her aside. "Not here. Not now."

Savannah joined them quickly. "Guys—Tessa just got here."

They turned. Tessa Monroe, flawless in crimson, entered like a storm wrapped in silk. Her eyes swept the room, then landed briefly on Olivia.

A flicker of something passed between them.

Olivia nodded. "Time for round two."

She followed Tessa through the crowd, heart hammering.

chapter 9_ the party