Renovated Lives

Moving to Evergreen Manor wasn't exactly part of my grand plan, but then again, neither was starting over in a creaky old building with more quirks than tenants. Still, here I am, trying to breathe life back into a place that's as broken and beautiful as I am. The peeling wallpaper and flickering lights might have scared some away, but I've learned to find charm in the chaos. Between nosy neighbors, a missing cat with a penchant for drama, and a talent show that promises to be a delightful disaster, I'm starting to think I didn't just find a new place to live—I stumbled into a community I didn't realize I needed. Then there's Ethan, the maddeningly charming writer who has a knack for making me laugh—and for unearthing emotions I thought I'd buried. As our banter flirts with something deeper, I can't help but wonder if I'm ready to risk my heart again. Because starting over might mean finding something wonderful… or losing everything all over again.