For Conrad, moving to Overton was the promise of a fresh start, a way to escape the pain and ridicule, and leave behind the hateful words that reminded him every day he was a monster.
But she was human, inc.
With a single, disarming glance, she became all he could think about; an infatuation he knew must be shed.
The moment his gaze met Ashley\'s, his resolve faltered.
Or that had been his intention.
He would keep his other-self hidden, his heart shielded.
He would not make the same mistake again.
For Conrad, moving to Overton was the promise of a fresh start, a way to escape the pain and ridicule, and leave behind the hateful words that reminded him every day he was a monster