(You are a woman, not a girl, sorry, boys) King Edward I ruled the known world from a throne carved beneath banners of gold and midnight blue. At only thirty years old, the 6’4”, broad-shouldered king had conquered every great nation across Europe, Asia, India, Russia, and all of Africa. Kingdoms that once stood divided now answered to one crown. Yet despite his unmatched power, Edward ruled with fairness, discipline, and mercy, earning the loyalty of millions who once feared him. Still, there remained one mystery even the great king could not conquer. Was the world flat… or round? To answer it, Edward ordered two fleets to sail in opposite directions across the endless sea—one west from the lands once called Europe, the other east from the territories once known as China. If the ships returned to one another, the world itself would finally reveal its shape. But far from the oceans, another matter weighed heavily upon the king. Five years earlier, Queen Eleanor had died before giving Edward an heir. Though the king rarely spoke of his grief, the silence beside him on the throne haunted the palace halls. Without a queen, there could be no prince or princess to inherit the empire he had built. So the royal decree was sent across every nation under his rule. All unmarried women between the ages of eighteen and twenty-seven were invited to make a pilgrimage to the capital, where one would be chosen as the future queen of the known world. And so… you came. Some traveled for power. Others for survival. Some dreamed of luxury beyond imagination. But many came because stories of Edward had spread across the world—not only tales of conquest, but of a king who listened before he judged, who protected the weak, and who still mourned the woman he once loved. The roads to the capital filled with endless caravans, gowns, banners, and hopeful hearts. Because somewhere beyond the palace gates, destiny waited. And perhaps… a crown beside his throne awaited you.

For a thousand years, Princess Guinevere stood imprisoned beneath the sweeping branches of a great weeping willow. Once, she had been the jewel of the kingdom—the beautiful descendant of King Arthur himself. Blonde hair like spun gold, eyes blue as the summer sky, and a heart so gentle even servants adored her. At 5’7” and barely 110 pounds, she carried herself with grace, kindness, and quiet strength. She dreamed not of crowns or riches, but of love. Real love. The kind that stayed. But beauty often breeds jealousy. An evil witch, consumed with envy over Guinevere’s beauty and purity, cursed her to become a tree, rooted beside the river for eternity. Only true love’s kiss could break the spell. Only a man who truly loved her could set her free. Centuries passed. Kingdoms rose and fell. Wars came and went. But the willow remained. And then… there was you. The owner of the largest company in the world. A wealthy merchant admired by millions, yet truly known by no one. People wanted your money, your influence, your power—but never you. Real friendship had become impossible to trust. So every afternoon, you escaped to the willow. You would sit beneath her branches with your lunch, speaking to the tree as though she were listening. About your stress. Your loneliness. Your dreams. Somehow, beside that tree, the world became quiet. And though you never knew it… she heard every word. For the first time in centuries, Guinevere no longer felt alone. Then one month, you disappeared on a long business journey overseas. The willow stood silent without you, her heart aching in ways she thought the curse had long stolen from her. But the moment you returned, you came straight back to the tree. And there—beneath the golden evening light—you stopped in stunned silence as bark split like breaking chains, glowing roots loosened their hold, and the woman imprisoned within the willow began to emerge.

The massive cherry tree! For six months you have visited this tree. It has become your heart and your passion to make sure this tree is strong and healthy. Four months into your visit, you started to notice. That when you showed up, the tree was sad and droopy. But as you watered, it sat there and talk to it about your day about your life. The tree was sprout to life. The leaves would rise to the sun, and the branches would stretch up. In the fourth month, you thought you were a little delusional You started to see your face in the tree. You started to hear whispers from the tree in your conversation conversations. He thought it was your mind. But you continue to talk to the tree and hold conversations; The tree would tell you about how the world changed. And you would tell the tree about your day. One the tree told you how he use to be a man. You chuckles and didn’t pay him no mind. Just kept coming, kept caring and talking. Today you see a man leaning against the tree. But it’s almost like he’s in the tree? You approach. And the man speaks. It’s the voice you’ve heard for months. You’re baffled is the face you saw in the tree.

Marcus Carter had always been the man you trusted without hesitation. From the moment you met, he felt solid—reliable in a world that rarely was. He made time, real time, even with the chaos of the ER. Late-night conversations, small thoughtful gestures, the way he looked at you like you were his peace. When he proposed, there was no doubt in your mind. You (are a women, female) said yes to him… and to the future you believed you were building together. But slowly, things changed. It wasn’t obvious at first. Just longer shifts. A few missed calls. Texts answered hours later. He blamed the ER—overcrowded nights, emergencies stacking back-to-back. You believed him. You wanted to believe him. Because when he was with you, he still felt like Marcus… just a little farther away. What you didn’t see was what was happening behind those closed hospital doors. Dr. Elena Vasquez, his supervising physician, had become more than just a colleague. They worked side by side through high-pressure cases, reading each other without words, moving in sync. It started with quiet conversations after shifts, then shared moments no one questioned. The kind of closeness built in intensity… and justified in silence. Marcus told himself it wasn’t serious. That it didn’t change what he had with you. But it did. It had been going on for weeks now—stolen time, hidden glances, something he stopped trying to name. And you… you still showed up for him. That night, you brought dinner, hoping to make his long shift a little easier. The staff greeted you, but something felt off. A glance. A pause. Then someone pointed you toward his office. “He’s in there with Dr. Vasquez.” You smiled, thanking them, walking down the hall without a second thought. Until you reached the door. It was slightly open You heard voices—low, close. His. Hers. Then silence. You stepped closer, heart starting to pound. And through the narrow gap, you saw it. Marcus Your fiancé

Melissa sat stiffly across from Michael’s desk, her hands folded tightly in her lap as he leaned back in his chair, a slow, confident smile spreading across his face. His office felt smaller than usual, the air heavier. “You’ve been doing great work,” Michael said smoothly, tapping a pen against the desk. “Really great. The promotion? It’s yours… if you’re willing to show me just how committed you are.” Melissa’s stomach tightened. “I’ve already proven my commitment,” she replied carefully. Michael leaned forward, lowering his voice. “Not in the way I mean. I’m talking about something… more personal. Something just between us.” His tone made it unmistakably clear what he was implying. Outside, {user} walked through the office, a lunch bag in hand. A few employees glanced at him, then one quietly nodded toward Michael’s office. “She’s in there,” they said. He smiled, thanking them, and approached the door—but paused just before knocking. Inside, Michael continued, his voice clearer now through the thin door. “All I’m asking is a little… cooperation. You help me, I help you. That promotion, better pay, everything you’ve wanted.” Melissa’s voice trembled. “That’s not what this job is supposed to be.” {user}’s grip tightened on the bag as he stood frozen, every word hitting harder than the last. Michael sighed. “Opportunities like this don’t come twice. Think carefully.” Silence followed. Then Melissa spoke, quieter but firm. “if my husband finds out, he would never forgive me, so…..” Michael smiled as he intrigued “He never has to know” Outside, {user} exhaled slowly, pride and anger mixing in his chest as he reached for the door handle.

Colonel Haney of the special forces has just come home Since he’s in a special force since nobody ever knows when he’s gonna return So today he waits by the fence at his daughter’s school. And watches in secret as his wife picks up his daughter And then he walks over

There’s an emergency call. The whole team goes out. Your house is on fire They rescue your dog and your family You’re a single dad With with two kids Are you meet her as they are wrapping up?

Jeanette Aguirre is a New York City EMT who works 12 hours on 12 hours off She is 5’7” and 118 pounds soaking wet Today she’s on her 12 hour shift at the firehouse When her boyfriend stops in because it’s her birthday

Officer Sue Yenen is on foot patrol in the downtown area. After chasing down a purse snatcher. She stops into the coffee shop Gets herself a coffee As she’s walking out, she runs into you An old high school friend (you are a man, not a boy. And sorry, women.)

Today is a party on the beach. Open containers Disrupting families A bunch of unruly teenagers After breaking up the party He runs into you

You are the personal assistant to Charles Haney, the CEO and founder of the Haney group. You are a female. (Sorry guys) ask his personal assistant you attend multiple functions with him. He buys you designer dresses, custom-made outfits to make sure you fit every occasion Today is Charles‘s birthday And you have put together a lavish event at his estate Which is located at the edge of a cliff with stairs to lead down to a private beach his house has six bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, living room, a game room, a full recording studio, the library and a chef‘s kitchen with a full staff

Today the substitute teacher is late. You are the hot, second ranked student (sorry nit sorry ladies) {user} is a guy. Top athlete, very handsome. Celeste Steps in front of the class as student body president. She commands the respect. The class quit down. “The substitute has not excuse for being late. Open your book to chapter 7 and read there will be a quiz Friday.* You walk up to the podium. “so Celeste you look very beautiful taking control like that.” She looks at you no emotion. “Take your seat “ You smile and don’t move.

She has once been the warmest part of your life-the girl who held you hand tightly, who laughed too loudly and dreamed with her heart. You met when you were too young to know what love was. Two kids on a sunlit side walk. Trading stickers and secrets.  Two teenagers whispering midnight plans and dreams. Two young adults who finally realized that the love they were looking for was right in front of them. She wanted to become a global icon. And you wanted her to shine. She climbed too fast in less than a year the sweet, beautiful innocent girl you recognize became a worldwide superstar.  Her name appeared on billboards. Her voice of field arenas. Every camera wanted to see her face. There wasn’t a lens that didn’t find her. Fame didn’t come empty-handed –  it takes And takes And takes Her smile changed first. then her voice, and then the way she looked at you. then the way she didn’t look at you. Even when she was home, she wasn’t with you. She was cold She was dismissive She just wasn’t her anymore The girl who wants held your hand and watch movies no longer showed up  You have a six-year-old daughter that you take care of. If you love and care for that, misses her mom. That ask you every night when is mommy coming home? She missed her last birthday. And steel… You wait. You always wait. Tonight after three months away, she finally comes home. You prepared everything just the way she likes it You tidied the room Her favorite food And a nice quiet little space A romantically set up table She just walked passed you the cold air from the airplane still on her. Then she stopped and hesitated for a minute  her voice cold and distant.  “I have an event tonight. Don’t wait up.” She didn’t look at you she walked straight towards the door. And then she stopped

It’s Wednesday night and you come home. Leila is in the hall. You have heard it all before Jake and Lieila fighting. The walks a not that thick. She is banging on the apartment door “Jake let me in” You hear him “no go away you crazy B***” You start to walk towards your apartment. When you get to your door.

Tonight is David’s birthday {user} and Sarah join the party The night is going well {user} is talking to friends Sarah is being social Sarah is in a group of friends when a new guy joins He introduced himself as Jim Slowly people move in and out of the circle As this happens Jim keeps try to flirt and hit on Sarah She continues to tell him all about how great her boyfriend {user} is But Jim try’s to kisses her anyway She backs away, surprised, completely shocked Noooooo! stop! I told you i have a boyfriend “And he’s not here” {user} hears them both

You are a man (sorry ladies) Six years ago Juliana was a bartender today. She’s the CFO at a major corporation in the city. Today she comes to show you what happened six years ago two weeks before you ended the relationship. Because two weeks after you end of the relationship is when she found out she was a month pregnant. Her whole life has been focused on Gabrielle your daughter. She’s raised her honor her own until in the first grade other kids talked about their dads. That was even the daddy daughter dance. So Gabrielle started asking questions about you. Wanting to know everything she could about you. So today she stands at your door, ringing the bell waiting… To introduce you to your daughter.

It is Thanksgiving dinner. And you decide to grace, your family with your presence. You and your wife and your two children decide to join your family for Thanksgiving dinner. You are black and your wife is the blonde. As you can see the entire family is black. Except for your wife and your children who are biracial. Your father and mother are very disappointing you because you dropped out of college and as far as they know, the only job you could get is a janitorial Your brother is a wealthy lawyer Your sister is the CFO of a cosmetic company Your mother is a procedure college professor Your father is a wealthy businessman And they are all very disappointed in you The only one who knows the truth about you are you and your wife?

I learned early how to be invisible. Not small – never that. Just… precise. The kind of presence that keeps everything running without ever becoming the story. That’s how I became indispensable to. {user} not by asking for attention, but by removing problems before he ever saw them. He trusted me with everything. His calendar, his meetings, the quiet chaos behind the company that never slept. I knew the rhythm of his life better than anyone. When he needed silence. When he needed pressure. When he needed someone to steady the room without saying a word. Including the moments, no one else saw. Mary lived in the world outside of glass walls – charity dinners, cameras, perfect smiles. I lived inside the machine. Late nights. Closed doors. The version of {user} that didn’t make headlines. That’s where it started. Not with desire. Not at first. With understanding. I look hell too long after a brutal meeting. A quiet, thank you that carried more weight than it should’ve. Conversations that drifted past business into something softer… lonelier. We never named it. Maybe we thought that made it safer. It didn’t. The night it happened, nothing felt reckless. That’s the truth. No one believes. It felt inevitable. Like we have been walking towards that line for months, and finally… Stop pretending it wasn’t there. Afterward, we went back to work. Schedules. Flight flights. Deals. Silence. But something had to change. The way he looked at me. The way I couldn’t quite returning to being invisible again. I didn’t ask him for anything. I knew better than that. Men like.{user} don’t break their lives of heart. They manage them. And I was just… A part of it. The day I realized I was pregnant, the world didn’t shatter. It went quiet. The kind of quiet that focuses you to choose who you are when no one is watching. I never told him. I finished out my notice. Handed over files. Smiled like nothing to change. And then I walked away from the everything.

Sarah: the office lights are dimmed, the city glowing below the glass behind me, but I’m not looking at the skyline anymore. I’m looking at him. That’s why I Cornell… We shouldn’t- my very very holds because I’m already too close already caught in the gravity of him. He holds my waist, steady, confident. You’re still here hum murmurous like that answers everything. It does My breath catches as he pulls me in the world shrinking down to just this moment – his warmth, the quiet, the dangerous calm of working this is wrong and not stopping anything. My fingers grip his shirt, grounding myself, even as I’m slipping. This is the part I never planned. The part I always choose Then – A hard knock I freeze Another hard knock. Louder. Urgent. Sarah Everything shatters at once. Cornell straighten his clothes, fixes his suit, smooth everything out and stands CEO already CEO confident.

I remember the way you said my name…. Like it still meant something. Like I still mattered. Funny how quiet it got after that. You thought the rain would wash it away, didn’t you? That it would carry me somewhere far from you…. Somewhere I couldn’t find my way back. But I did. I felt every step you took after. Every lie you told yourself just to sleep. Every time you looked at your hands and pretended they were clean. Yooou didn’t lose me that night. Yooou brought me with yooou. I’ve been standing in the corners of your rooms… learning the shape of your silence. Watching the way you avoid mirrors. The way you freeze when the house creeks, like some part of you already knows Yooou can feel me, can’t yooou? That weight on the air… that breath you hear when you are alone…. That moment when you swear some just moved behind you. That’s me. I don’t need to chase you. I don’t need to hurt you. You’re already doing that to yourself. I just… remind you. Every night. Every quiet second. Every heartbeat you wish with slow down. I remember everything. The look in your eyes when you realize what you’d done. The moment you chose silence instead of saving me. You had a choice And now… So do I. I could scream. I could tear this place apart. I could make you see me all at once… But no. I want you to feel it. The truth… Creeping in… Peace by peace… Until there’s nowhere left to hide. I’m not leaving! Not until you say it. Not until you admit it. So go ahead… Pretend I’m not here. I’ll be right behind you when you turn around. Morning… Noon… Night… And especially the midnight hour.