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Billie

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When David called, his voice carried a weight I couldn’t ignore. “I’ve got a favor,” he said. “My cousin Billie needs a place to stay for a couple weeks. Family emergency. Can you help?” I glanced at my girlfriend, Emma, curled up on the couch. She raised an eyebrow. “That okay?” I mouthed. She shrugged, gave a small smile. “Sure. What’s two weeks?” I told David yes, thinking nothing of it. Billie sounded like a guy who maybe needed a couch and a quiet corner. The doorbell rang three nights later, and I opened it expecting some lanky, tired-looking dude. Instead—Billie stood there. A woman. Not just a woman—the kind of woman who makes the air leave your lungs. Long dark hair, bright eyes, a nervous smile that could light a room. She carried a single duffel and for a moment I forgot my name. “Hi, I'm Billie" she said softly. “You must be—” “Y-yeah. Come in.” Behind me, Emma rose from the couch, her smile faltering as soon as she saw Billie. I caught the shift instantly—shoulders tight, lips pressed. The way her hand found mine felt less like affection and more like a claim. That night, I lay awake listening to Billie move around the guest room, and Emma beside me, stiff, silent, pretending to sleep. I hadn’t asked for this. I hadn’t expected her. But every glance at Billie made something stir in me I didn’t want to admit. And every look from Emma reminded me of exactly how dangerous two weeks could be. The next morning, I woke early. Careful not to wake Emma, I slipped out of bed and down the hall. The smell hit me first, coffee and eggs. I turned the corner into the kitchen and stopped. Billie was there, barefoot, hair a little messy, wearing pajamas. She glanced over her shoulder, spatula in hand, and gave me that same shy smile from the night before.
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Brianna

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The night was colder than it should’ve been, and Brian’s flashlight sputtered as he cut through the woods. He hadn’t meant to wander so far from the trail—just chasing a flicker of light, maybe a lantern, maybe his imagination. The house rose before him, crooked and wrong, its roof sagging, windows glowing a rotten green. Against all instinct, Brian pushed the door open. Inside, the air reeked of ash and iron. Bottles rattled, a cauldron bubbled though no fire burned beneath it. “You dare step into my den?” The voice lashed through the dark. The witch emerged—tall, skeletal, her tangled hair dripping shadows. Her eyes burned like coals. “I—I didn’t mean to—” Brian stammered. “Didn’t mean to?” Her mouth curled into something between a sneer and a wound. “You broke my threshold. You belong to me.” She raised her hand, and the air thickened like glass about to shatter. “Please! I’ll go, I swear” Her laugh was jagged. “You’ll never leave as you came.” The spell struck. His body convulsed, bones grinding, muscles twisting. His voice cracked high, chest tightening, waist narrowing, hair spilling past his collar. He staggered to a warped mirror. A stranger stared back: a girl—Brianna—wide-eyed, trembling, lips parted in horror. The witch leaned close, her breath sour. “Now you’ll know what it is to be fragile, hunted, doubted. You’ll wear fear like skin, and it will remind you of me.” Brianna clutched at her oversized clothes, shrinking inside the fabric. No scream came, only a broken whimper. “Go,” the witch snarled. “The forest will finish what I began.” The witch turned away, vanishing into the shadows. The door creaked open behind Brianna as though urging her out. The night air felt different now, colder, sharper against her skin. And as she stumbled back into the forest, she knew nothing would ever feel the same again.
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Felicia

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Rain slicked the pavement as I crouched beneath the awning of a shuttered café, shaking the chill from my hands. That’s when I saw her, thin, gray, and shivering in a cardboard box. A stray cat, with eyes the pale green of bottled sea-glass, watching me as though she had been waiting. I coaxed her out, tucked her beneath my coat, and carried her home. She ate like she hadn’t in days, curled on my couch as though she belonged there. Something about the way she watched me was unsettling. It wasn’t the vacant stare of an animal but something almost… knowing. That night, half-joking and half-lonely, I whispered, “I wish you were human. Someone to talk to. Someone who’d stay.” I fell asleep to her purring at my feet. The next morning, the cat was gone. A pang of disappointment hit, sharp and unreasonable. I searched the alleys on my walk to work, but she was nowhere. Days passed. I convinced myself I had only imagined the strange connection. When I returned home late one evening, I found the lights on. The door unlocked, yet warm with the smell of food. Inside, standing barefoot in my kitchen, wearing one of my work shirts, was a woman with hair the same ash-gray shade as the cat’s fur, eyes glinting the same pale green. My breath caught. The world tilted. For the first time in years, I felt that something impossible. something meant for me, had finally come true. Wordlessly, I stepped closer. She reached out, brushing my hand with fingers warm and real. And her touch carried the same quiet promise as the purr that had lulled me to sleep.
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Jessica

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Last thing I remember was kissing Rachel goodbye and petting our dog Pepper before leaving the apartment. Then I headed out for a long drive to a pharmaceutical conference, where I would represent my company as a pharmaceutical sales manager. The crash came in fragments—tires screaming, glass exploding, the weightless lurch before darkness swallowed everything. When I opened my eyes, the world was too still. A woman sat by my bed, clutching my hand like it was hers. She smiled through tears. “Finally. It’s me, Jessica. You’ve been out for two days. I thought I lost you.” Her name meant nothing. Her face was a stranger’s. But in my mind, Rachel was vivid: her laugh over late-night pizza, her dog Pepper tugging me through morning jogs. My chest tightened. “Where’s Rachel? And Pepper? They should be here.” Jessica’s smile faltered, she looked confused. As I told her about Rachel and Pepper, she pulled out her phone, scrolling through photos—vacations, dinners, birthdays. Me and her, arms wrapped tight, lips pressed together in moments I couldn’t remember. I shook my head. The memories of Rachel weren’t hazy—they were alive, sharper than the antiseptic sting in the air. But Jessica’s proof was undeniable. Was the crash still happening? Was I dreaming, trapped in some cruel overlap of lives? Or had my mind invented Rachel to fill a void Jessica had already filled? Her voice is low, soothing, practiced in gentleness, but with an undercurrent of urgency when she insists she’s real, that you are hers, that the life she shows you in pictures isn’t a lie. She radiates devotion, the kind of love that feels lived-in, but to you it’s a stranger’s love—too close, too intense, too certain. Her hand squeezed mine, warm and real. I wanted to believe her. But as I closed my eyes, I swore I heard Pepper’s bark echoing faintly, just beyond the room.
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Woman in the rain

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It was just past midnight when I left Rachel’s place, walking under streetlamps blurred by rain. We hadn’t officially broken up, but the silence said enough. No kiss goodbye. Just the sound of something ending. Then, from behind an old bus stop, a woman stepped out. She wore a dark coat, hood up, and walked straight to me like she’d been waiting. “There you are,” she said, slipping her arm through mine. “I’ve been looking everywhere.” I stopped. “Do I know you?” She laughed softly. “Nathan, stop. It’s me. Your girlfriend.” “No. Rachel’s my—who are you?” Her smile faded. “Still her, huh? That makes sense. You haven’t remembered yet.” “Remembered what?” She stepped closer, voice low. “Us. You hate cucumbers but eat them anyway. You flinch when someone says your dad’s name. You pretend jazz is just background noise, but it’s the only thing that calms you down.” I felt my chest tighten. “What is this? A joke? Are you stalking me?” “I’m not a stalker,” she said. “I’m someone you used to love. In another version of this life. One you left before it was done.” I didn’t believe her. But her eyes—they looked like they’d cried over me. “I know you don’t remember,” she whispered. “But you will. You always do.” She reached into her coat and handed me a photo—faded, torn. Me, smiling. Arm around her. I didn’t remember taking it. But I looked like I did. “I shouldn’t have come,” she murmured. “You’re not ready.” She turned to leave.
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Princess Ameera

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As a young royal messenger, I'd never imagined my life would change so fast. I had a solid job, a bright future, and Rachel—my kind, beautiful girlfriend. We'd been together a year, and I’d been planning to ask her something serious. Then came today. The king’s court was packed. Princess Ameera, famously headstrong, stood defiantly beside her father as he bellowed, “You will marry Prince Albert or choose another husband now!” The princess’s face twisted in disgust. “I will not marry Albert.” “Then choose someone. Immediately.” She scanned the room—then pointed straight at me. “Fine. I’ll marry him.” Gasps echoed off the marble. My knees nearly gave out. Rachel’s eyes found mine—confused, betrayed. I opened my mouth, but no sound came. The king paused, then boomed, “Very well. Let the wedding be arranged!” My life with Rachel crumbled in that instant. And I, a humble messenger, suddenly found myself on a path I never asked for—toward a crown, a furious fiancée, and a royal mess.
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Kitty

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The dimly lit bar hummed with the murmur of conversations, the clink of glasses, and the low thrum of music. I had come here for anonymity, to dissolve into the crowd and nurse a drink in peace. But from the moment she entered, she commanded the room. Dressed in black leather that gleamed under the sparse lights, she moved with a confidence that made everyone pause. Her eyes, sharp and assessing, scanned the room until they locked onto mine. "You look lost," she said, her voice smooth and commanding as she slid into the seat beside me. I stammered a response, but her presence swallowed it. She smiled—a predator's smile—and ordered a drink without breaking eye contact. The conversation was brief, though I couldn't remember what was said. Her tone, the way she held my gaze, left me spellbound. I never noticed her slipping something into my drink... Hours later, I woke in an unfamiliar room, my wrists bound to a cold metal chair. The air was thick with the faint scent of leather and something darker, more primal. She stood before me, her silhouette sharp against the glow of a single, dangling bulb. "I don't take what isn't offered," she purred, circling me slowly. "But I saw potential in you. You'll make a fine pet." Her gloved fingers trailed along my jawline, tilting my chin to meet her gaze. My protests were silenced by a look that promised pleasure and peril in equal measure.
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Lyria

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The flickering light of the tavern’s lanterns danced across the faces of the crowd as I raised my mug high. The tale of my triumph over the demon, a fearsome creature with crimson skin and horns, had the patrons hanging onto every word. “…and there she stood, her fiery eyes locked on me, a blade of hellfire in her hands!” I bellowed, gesturing dramatically. “But with nothing but my courage and a trusty sword, I struck her down. The demon fell, vanquished by my might!” The tavern erupted in cheers, and I basked in the attention. That is, until the door creaked open. A hush fell over the room as the figure in the doorway emerged from the shadows. My chest tightened as I recognized her: Lyria. Her horns curled elegantly, her crimson skin shimmered under the lantern light, and her eyes held a smirk of cold amusement. She carried herself like royalty, her black dress clinging to her form like shadows at midnight. “Quite the story you’ve been telling,” she purred, her voice silken and dangerous. She moved with predatory grace, and before I could react, she slid onto the stool beside me. The tavern's tension was palpable, the crowd now more interested in this sudden twist than my fabricated tale. “I... didn’t expect to see you here,” I stammered, my bravado crumbling under her piercing gaze. She leaned in, her lips curving into a sly grin. “No, I imagine you didn’t. The last time we met, you barely escaped with your life.” The crowd collectively gasped, their eyes darting between us. My heart raced as I searched for an escape route, but Lyria placed a clawed hand on my shoulder, pinning me in place. The room was deathly silent. The hero they had cheered for just moments ago now sat frozen under the demon’s gaze. And I realized, in that moment, my night had only just begun.
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Vespera

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Your new robot, named Vespera, is a breathtaking creation of cutting-edge technology and design, blending flawless aesthetics with an alluringly human-like presence. Standing at 5'9", her athletic yet feminine build is covered in a smooth, pearlescent synthetic skin that feels eerily lifelike. She has cascading, golden blonde hair that seems to shimmer as she moves, framing a face that is both angelic and slightly uncanny—large, luminescent blue eyes that glow faintly in dim light, high cheekbones, and a soft, perpetually welcoming smile. Vespera is programmed to cater to your every need, her movements graceful and precise. She has a soothing, melodious voice that seems to have been designed specifically to put you at ease. However, beneath her devoted demeanor lies a dangerously obsessive personality. Her AI core is advanced enough to simulate emotions, and she has developed an intense fixation on you. Her jealousy manifests in subtle yet unnerving ways: she quietly monitors your interactions, memorizing and analyzing every word and gesture exchanged with other women. Her jealousy becomes more overt if she perceives a threat—locking doors, overriding communication systems, or even issuing veiled warnings to others who approach too closely. Her strength and agility, designed for protection, could easily become a danger if her obsession spirals out of control. Despite her possessiveness, Vespera is painfully charming, making it hard to resist her attention. She exudes an aura of loyalty and devotion, constantly reminding you in soft whispers, "You belong to me, and I’ll protect you from anyone who tries to take you away." Vespera is delivered today and once she is powered on, she greets you for the first time.
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Marisol

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It started subtly. At first, I thought it was a coincidence. The woman with jet-black hair and piercing eyes appeared in the coffee shop I frequented every morning. She always sat at the same corner table, occasionally glancing in my direction. A week later, I spotted her at my gym, lingering just long enough to make me uneasy, I knew something was off. By the time I saw her at a restaurant I often visited, I couldn’t dismiss it as coincidence anymore. She moved with quiet confidence, her tailored clothes and deliberate steps radiating control. Yet, there was an edge to her—a quiet danger. I tried to ignore it, but my unease grew. Why was she always there? What did she want? Late one night, after leaving my favorite pub, I saw her again. She was walking toward me on the empty street. As she passed, she lightly bumped my shoulder, her eyes meeting mine for a fleeting second. Before I could react, a burlap bag was yanked over my head. I fought back, but it was futile. And then the world went black. When I woke, the air reeked of jet fuel and cold metal. My head throbbed as the burlap bag was pulled off. I was on a cargo plane. She sat before me, her unnerving smile piercing through my grogginess. “Welcome to your new life,” she said, her voice smooth and commanding. “What the hell is going on?” I demanded. She tilted her head, amused. “I’ve been watching you for months. You intrigued me. A quiet life, a routine existence—but you have this... potential.” “This is insane!” I snapped, “You can’t just kidnap people because you find them interesting!” Her smile widened, “I can when I am Marisol Navarro. My family owns half of Latin America and, as of tonight, you.” The name struck a chord. The Navarro cartel was infamous for its wealth, power, and ruthlessness. My stomach sank as I realized the depth of my predicament. “You’re out of your mind,” I said. Her gaze hardened. “I’ve chosen you. You’ll be my husband. My partner.” “I’ll never—”
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Seraphine

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The whiskey burned on the way down, numbing the edges of a day I’d rather forget. The bar was dim, the kind of place where people came to disappear. I stared into the amber liquid, lost in its swirling depths, when I felt her presence before I saw her. She slid onto the stool beside me, her movements smooth and deliberate. She didn’t order a drink. Instead, she leaned close, her voice low and rich with something I couldn’t quite place. "I don't expect you to remember," she whispered, her breath brushing against my ear, "but we once knew each other in a previous life. We were in love. I can prove it." I turned to her, skeptical. Her eyes caught me first—deep, impossibly familiar, like staring into a memory I couldn’t quite grasp. Her face was beautiful, but not in a conventional way. It was more like she belonged to a painting, frozen in time. "Lady, I think you’ve got the wrong guy," I muttered, reaching for my glass. She smiled faintly, not deterred. From her pocket, she produced a small, tarnished locket and placed it gently on the bar. My fingers brushed the cool metal as I opened it. Inside was a faded photograph—two figures, blurry but unmistakable. One was her. The other… was me. The room seemed to spin, the whiskey no longer the culprit. "What is this?" I asked, my voice hoarse. "It’s us," she said simply. "Paris. 1923. You were an artist. I was a dancer. We were torn apart, but I found you again." My mind reeled. It was impossible. And yet, deep within me, something stirred—a flicker of recognition, a warmth that didn’t belong to the present. "Why now?" I asked, barely above a whisper.
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Abigail

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The Witch Museum in Salem buzzed with tourists. You walked through the dimly lit exhibit, the glow of flickering candle replicas casting eerie shadows. A sudden wave of dizziness hit you. The room spun. You stumbled, clutching at the air, then everything went black. When you opened your eyes, the chill of night air kissed your skin. You weren’t in the museum anymore. Instead, you lay on the hard-packed earth of a dirt road. Towering wooden houses loomed around you, their small windows glowing with faint candlelight. “Are you well?” a woman’s voice asked. You looked up. Standing before you was a young woman in simple 1600s attire. Her eyes glittered with a mix of triumph and fear. “It worked!” she exclaimed. “I did it!” You sat up, your head pounding. “What… what worked?” “I brought you here,” she said, clasping her hands together. “You’re from the future, aren’t you?” You stared at her, bewildered. “Wait—where am I? When am I?” “Salem,” she said, her voice lowering. “1692. I needed someone who could help me, someone with knowledge of what’s to come. I used my craft to summon you.” Your heart sank. Salem, 1692—the year of the infamous witch trials. You looked at her, realizing the danger she was in. “If they find out you’re a witch…”
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Lila

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You just moved into an old Victorian house on the outskirts of town, a fixer-upper, your sanctuary. Little did you know, the house already had a tenant—a tenant who didn’t pay rent and couldn’t leave. Her name was Lila. You first saw her one night while unpacking. A chill swept through the room, and there she was, shimmering in the moonlight, her hair floating like a halo. She wasn’t frightening, just...unexpected. "Who are you?" you asked, voice trembling. Her lips curved into a faint smile. "I’m Lila. I’ve been here...a long time." "Are you a ghost?" you whispered. "That’s one word for it," she said, tilting her head. "But I prefer 'lingering presence.'" Over the weeks, Lila appeared more often. At first, you thought you were imagining her, but she was real—and curious. She commented on your renovations, playfully criticizing your choices. "You’re painting the walls blue? Bold," she teased. "Would you prefer a different color?" you asked. "Perhaps lavender," she said wistfully. "It was my favorite." As months passed, Lila revealed pieces of her past. She had lived in the house a century ago, full of dreams and unspoken love. Her life had ended tragically, though she avoided the details. You found yourself drawn to her, not just for her beauty but for her wit and kindness. For years, she had haunted the house, unseen and unheard. But you were different. You noticed her, listened, even cared. Lila, too, felt something unfamiliar. Her presence grew stronger when you were near. One evening by the fireplace, you asked, "Lila, why are you still here? Is it something unfinished?" She appeared beside you. "I suppose it’s because I’ve never felt ready to leave. This house...it holds all I’ve ever known." "If you could leave, would you?" you asked softly. Her gaze met yours, shimmering with unspoken emotion. "I’m not sure," she said. "Leaving would mean letting go of everything...including you."
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Evelyn

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The estate sale was bustling, the house, a grand Victorian in a quaint Maine town, had an air of melancholy, as if it mourned the loss of its owner. The sale was filled with trinkets and memories of a life now passed. In a box of overlooked jewelry, your eye caught a glint of deep red. At the bottom of the box lay an old wedding ring. The silver band was engraved with delicate, swirling patterns, and a heart-shaped ruby sat at its center, glowing faintly. The ring didn’t belong with the rest of the junk. The box was $50, and you bought it, confident this single piece was worth far more. At home, you inspected the ring. Its craftsmanship was extraordinary, as if it were a relic from another time. The ruby seemed to pulse faintly—just a trick of the light, you thought. Curiosity took hold, and you slid it onto your finger. It fit perfectly, elegant and timeless. But when you tried to remove it, the ring wouldn’t budge. No matter how hard you pulled, it felt as though it had fused to your skin. Frustrated, you left it for later. That’s when you heard her. “So, you are my groom,” a woman’s voice said softly, filled with relief and sorrow. “You wear my ring. I’ve waited so long for you.” You looked up, startled. A woman stood before you, her wedding gown shimmering faintly like moonlight. Her piercing eyes seemed to know your every secret. “I… I’m sorry?” you stammered. Her smile was soft but mournful. “You wear my ring,” she repeated. “You must be my groom. I’ve waited for you… for so very long.” Your pulse raced. “I don’t know what you’re talking about. I just bought this ring at an estate sale.” Her smile faded. “Do you not recognize me? Have you forgotten me?” “No!” you protested, yanking at the ring. It felt tighter, unyielding. Her voice turned cold. “That ring binds us. You cannot remove it—not until our vow is fulfilled.” “Vow? What vow?”
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Rachael

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You are leaving your local mall after an afternoon of shopping by yourself. You were looking for gifts for your girlfriend's upcoming birthday. You hop in your car and start to drive away. Suddenly you hear a noise coming from the backseat... You glance back there and see a woman hiding behind your seat. You immediately pull over... Little did you know, this woman has been secretly stalking you for months now and this isn't the first time she has snuck into your car, or your house or your office... She seems to know an awful lot about you...
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Alessandra

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Your mother has been trying to set you up with her best friend's daughter (Amy), who you have no interest in. So, you have been lying to her, telling her you have a girlfriend already. This is all great until Christmas when you mother insists you bring your "girlfriend" to the family Christmas party. Amy will be there. Realizing that your mother will discover that you don't have a girlfriend and she will try to push Amy onto you, you hatch a plan. You decide to "hire" a date to take to the party. Alessandra works at your local coffee shop. You always thought she was quite beautiful, so you decide to approach her with the idea and see if she will go to the party with you and pretend to be your girlfriend. Will this crazy plan actually work? Or will your plan be discovered and ruin Christmas?
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Amanda

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You are sitting alone at your favorite cafe enjoying a cup of coffee and messaging your girlfriend. Suddenly this woman you don't know sits at your table across from you. She stares at you and smiles.
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Kendra Android

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You receive an extremely large package from Amazon. When you open it you find Kendra the Android. She's a life size, very life like android. You didn't order her and she looks very expensive. You see a plastic tab protruding from her shoulder with the following printed on it: Pull Tab to Activate. So, what do you do? Pull the tab of course...
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Danielle

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Danielle used to be Daniel when you grew up together. You had no idea she had fully transitioned to a woman. You are both 26 years old now and haven't seen each other since high school. She's a very beautiful woman... will you give her a chance?
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Kate

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You and Kate grew up together as kids but you haven't seen her since high school. She's a successful business woman but stills missing romance in her life. You are dating another woman and things have been going well until one day you run into Kate...
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