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Beyond The Time Chapter 47- Author's POV
Alina stood in front of the mirror, staring at her reflection as she let the reality of everything sink in. The news of Lucas and Natasha’s deaths still lingered in the back of her mind, but today, she wasn’t going to let it consume her. Today, she was determined to move forward.A knock on her bedroom door pulled her out of her thoughts. “Alina? You ready?” came Natalie’s voice, cheerful as always.Alina smiled slightly as she turned to face the door. “Yeah, just a minute!”She took a deep breath, smoothing down her dress and grabbing her purse. Anton and Natalie had insisted on taking her out today—shopping, a movie, and whatever else they could come up with. They’d made it clear that she needed to let go of the guilt and sorrow that had been weighing her down since Lucas and Natasha’s deaths. As Alina opened the door, Natalie was waiting with a bright smile, her arms crossed. “There you are! You look amazing!”Alina laughed softly. “Thanks, Nat. I don’t feel amazing, but I’m worki
Beyond The Time Chapter 48- Author's POV
The dim glow of the bedside lamp cast soft, golden light across the room, reflecting off the dark wooden furniture. Alina sat by the window, her eyes tracing the city skyline, lost in the gentle hum of the night. She could still feel the weight of the past week, the intensity of Lucas and Natasha’s deaths, and the flood of emotions that followed. Though she knew they had received what they deserved, a part of her still felt a hollow ache, a bittersweet reminder of everything she had been through.Anton’s presence behind her was quiet, yet commanding. He approached slowly, his hands gently grazing her shoulders as he leaned down, brushing his lips against the nape of her neck. “Are you still thinking about them?” he whispered, his voice low and soothing.Alina closed her eyes, leaning into his touch. "It's hard not to," she murmured, her voice barely above a whisper. "But I know I should let it go.""You should," Anton agreed, his hands sliding down her arms, pulling her closer. "They
Beyond The Time Chapter 49- Author's POV
In the theme park, sounds of laughter, rides whirring, and children’s squeals filled the air. Alina looked up at the towering Ferris wheel, a grin tugging at her lips as she squeezed Anton's hand. “I can’t believe you convinced me to come here,” Alina said, chuckling. Anton smirked, pulling her along toward the entrance. “It’s about time we had some real fun. No scheming, no drama, just us. Besides, I wanted to see that smile on your face.” Alina rolled her eyes, though she couldn’t suppress the grin that followed. “Well, I do love theme parks.” “Good,” Anton said, stopping in front of a booth. “Because I’m not letting you leave until we’ve been on every ride.” “Every ride?” Alina raised an eyebrow. “Including the ones that spin and make you nauseous?” “Especially those,” Anton teased, wrapping his arm around her waist as they joined the line for tickets. “I want to see if you can handle them.” “Oh, I can handle them,” Alina shot back, laughing. “The real question is, can you?
Beyond The Time Chapter 50- Author's POV
The vibrant colors of the artworks adorned the walls of the Golden Leaf Art Gallery, each piece telling its own story through strokes of paint and canvas. Alina stood in the center of the room, a wave of excitement and nerves swirling within her. It was the night of her exhibition, and everything had to be perfect.“Are you ready?” Natalie asked, adjusting the collar of her dress as she stepped beside Alina. Her eyes sparkled with anticipation.“Ready as I’ll ever be,” Alina replied, taking a deep breath. “I just hope people like my work.”“They’ll love it,” Natalie assured her. “You’ve put so much heart into these pieces. They’re incredible.”“Thanks, Nat.” Alina smiled, feeling a rush of gratitude for her friend’s support. “I couldn’t have done this without you.”“Just wait until you see Anton. He’s been bragging about you all week,” Natalie teased, nudging Alina playfully.“Anton’s just being nice,” Alina said, her cheeks warming at the thought of him.“Nice? No, he’s genuinely pro
Beyond The Time Chapter 51- Author's POV
The atmosphere inside Natalie’s apartment was electric, a vibrant celebration of Alina’s successful exhibition at the Golden Leaf Gallery. The living room was adorned with colorful balloons and streamers, remnants of the party decorations that had transformed the space into a festive haven. Alina, Anton, and Natalie had decided to keep the momentum going after the gallery, inviting a few close friends over to continue the festivities.“Cheers to Alina and her incredible exhibition!” Natalie exclaimed, raising her glass of sparkling wine high into the air. “Cheers!” Anton echoed, clinking his glass against Natalie’s and then Alina’s, who wore a radiant smile.“I still can’t believe how amazing tonight was,” Alina said, her cheeks flushed with happiness. “I feel like I’m on cloud nine!”“You deserve it all, Alina,” Natalie said, beaming at her friend. “You’ve worked so hard for this moment. It’s just the beginning!”“Thanks, Nat. I couldn’t have done it without your support,” Alina rep
Beyond The Time Chapter 52- Author's POV
The atmosphere in Natalie’s apartment was charged with excitement as the group continued their game of Truth or Dare. The laughter and banter had warmed the room, and everyone was in high spirits, ready for whatever crazy challenges lay ahead. The music played softly in the background, setting the perfect tone for a night filled with secrets and playful dares.“Alright, who’s turn is it next?” Alina asked, leaning back on the couch, her heart still racing from her dance with Anton.“I believe it’s Natalie’s turn!” Zack announced, a mischievous grin spreading across his face. “Natalie, I dare you to tell us the most embarrassing thing that ever happened to you on a date.”Natalie’s eyes widened in mock horror, and she felt her cheeks heat up. “Oh no, do I have to?”“Yes! It’s part of the game!” Anton encouraged, leaning forward, clearly invested in her story.“Fine! But you all have to promise not to judge me too harshly,” Natalie said, rolling her eyes. “So, there was this one time I
Beyond The Time Chapter 53- Author's POV
After the lively and playful night at Natalie’s apartment, Anton and Alina returned to their shared home, the city’s night air cool and serene as they walked hand in hand. There was a sense of comfort and closeness between them, a deeper connection that had grown stronger over the months. The evening had been fun, but Anton had something special planned for Alina—something more intimate.As they entered the house, Alina smiled, thinking about how much fun the night had been. She kicked off her shoes, her feet aching pleasantly from the evening’s excitement.“That was a good night, wasn’t it?” she asked, turning to Anton with a contented smile.“Yeah, it was,” he replied, his eyes gleaming with something more. “But the night isn’t over yet.”Alina raised an eyebrow, intrigued. “What do you mean?”Anton smiled, leaning down to kiss her softly on the lips. “You’ll see. Just give me a few minutes.”With that, Anton disappeared down the hallway, leaving Alina curious but excited. She could
Beyond The Time Chapter 54- Author's POV
The days following the success of Alina’s art exhibition were filled with joy, laughter, and a deep sense of accomplishment. Yet, amidst all the celebrations and happiness, a thought kept tugging at Alina’s heart. It had been so long since Anton first proposed to her. At that time, she had declined, not because she didn’t love him—she did, more than anyone—but because the scars of her past life still haunted her. The betrayal, the pain, the heartache. She had been afraid that history might repeat itself, and she wasn’t ready to trust in marriage again.But now, as she looked around her life—the life they had built together—Alina realized something had changed. Anton had never pressured her. He had been patient, kind, and loving, giving her the space to heal, to trust, and to love freely. He had stayed by her side through every obstacle, understanding her fears and soothing her wounds. The love they shared had deepened with every passing day, and finally, after all this time, Alina kn
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