All Chapters of Beyond The Time: Chapter 51 - Chapter 60

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

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

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

Alina sat on the plush sofa in her living room, fidgeting with the ring on her finger, a small smile playing on her lips. She had just proposed to Anton a few days ago, and she was still processing the fact that they were going to get married. It had been such a big decision, and now that everything was set in motion, she felt a mix of excitement and nervousness.She glanced at the clock, waiting for Natalie to arrive. Alina knew her friend would lose her mind once she found out about the proposal. Natalie had been pestering her for months about when she and Anton would finally tie the knot, and now that the moment was here, Alina could only imagine how over the top her reaction would be.The doorbell rang, snapping Alina out of her thoughts. She rushed to the door, her heart racing with anticipation. As soon as she opened it, Natalie burst through, her energy filling the room.“Alina!” Natalie exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with excitement. “You texted me saying you had big news! What

Natalie practically dragged Alina into the Victoria’s Secret store, her eyes alight with mischief. Alina blushed, trying to protest, but Natalie was relentless.“Natalie, come on, we don’t need to be here,” Alina said, feeling her face heat up as they passed by racks of lacy bras, panties, and some rather revealing lingerie. The soft, intimate lighting of the store made everything feel more private, but it only heightened her embarrassment.Natalie flashed her a wicked grin, grabbing a sheer black lace bodysuit from one of the racks. “Are you kidding? You’re getting married! This is the most important part of the wedding prep!”Alina laughed nervously, “I don’t think I need something like that.”Natalie arched an eyebrow, holding the bodysuit up to Alina. “Oh, yes, you do. Trust me, wedding night is special, and Anton won’t be able to keep his hands off you in this.”Alina blushed deeper, looking around as if someone might overhear them. “Natalie!”“What? It’s the truth! You’re going