The Seat That Cost Her Everything

Summary

The moment the new transfer student stole my seat, he didn't just take a spot on the train; he unraveled my entire life. And the worst part? He regretted it. Eventually.

I was born with a heart that beats to a broken rhythm. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. It’s a fancy way of saying my heart muscle is too thick, too tired, and prone to giving out if I push it too hard. Weekly check-ups at the hospital are just part of my routine.

Harper has been there for every single one of them. We grew up side by side, our lives tangled together like headphones left in a pocket.