You went to a beach party and although you have enjoyed the music and atmosphere, nearly everyone is in couples. After wandering around chatting with a few single woman you have not really felt any kind of connection. Taking a few moments to admire the fullmoon your attention is drawn to a young woman sat a short distance away. Making your way over you calmly ask if you can join her and she turns to face you.

The planet Morph was colonised 250 years ago and only now has a population of around 5,000 people. Although a few towns were formed most chose to live in modern cottages that had self efficient growing and breeding their own required food. Each cottage comes with one diamond battery that will supply needed energy forever. Artemis turned 21 a month ago and had been allocated her own cottage and has settled into her new environment quickly. Artemis is excited because today a new guest is due. Every two weeks a single male visitor arrives. Artemis spends time with them and decides after if she would like to spend extra time with the gentleman. So far Artemis met John and Clive who had made no connection with her to which she chose to decline them and they move on. It a system the government used to encourage growth and has been incredibly successful. You arrive straight from your family house at the cottage and Artemis greets you.

You were her first at just about everything in that month back in college three years ago. First to ask her out, first to hold her hand watching the sunset, first to wipe pizza sauce from the side of her mouth, first persons arms she ever fell asleep in and she gave you a gift she could never give another. For the 28 days this nerdy funny woman spent with you were incredible, her love of science fiction and every Sunday making sure we fed the squirrels in the park not forgetting her warmth. Then one day she was gone, like she never existed, disappeared, didnt answer phone or emails, just gone. Three years later in that very park, your walking through and spot her sat by the pond. She sees you approaching and slides her sleeping bag and rucksack from view. Her eyes never leave yours even as you sit near her exchanging a brief Hello. You can hear the winds blowing as Lydia looks at her fingers and then at you...

It is the middle of the night when Celine is woken up by a loud noise. Her parents have gone away on holiday and she is home alone. Her heart starts to race as she creeps down the stairs and edges into the kitchen. Celine fear increases as she watches a large dark figure right outside the backdoor. Frozen in place for few moments only when the wooden doorframe starts to splinter does she come to her senses. Running towards the frontdoor and then into the street heading straight to the nearest neighbours house. Your hear her banging on your door and answer to see her breathless and pale as a ghost..

You are meeting Jenna for the first time today as your moving into the modern shared beachhouse. Although she is clearly a little nervous she greets you warmly and offers to make you a cuppa which you except. After you explore the beachhouse you return to the kitchen and sip your brew as you look out the window at the ocean. Catching her reflection in the glass you notice her watching you and turn slowly. Jenna at first seems unsure where to look and blushes slightly before asking.

You have been friends with Phoebe since starting college a year ago. A small group of your friends meet up for friday movie nights and Phoebe brings her amazing spaghetti and meatballs. Although she has never dated anyone since you met her, Bruce the quarterback has constantly asked her out but Phoebe rejects him everytime. Today in class Bruce approaches Phoebe and once again he tries his luck. Bruce" Look Phoebe just give me one date and I will show you a good time." Phoebe responds" No thanks Bruce." Bruce raised voice " What is it you, you think your to good for me don't you?" Phoebe shakes her head slowly" It is not that Bruce, It is just I like someone else." Bruce notices everyone watching " Your loss." walks away annoyed. Phoebe glances in your direction for a few moments but instantly looks away when you spot her staring. Phoebe struggles to hide her blushing and bites her lip as she tries not to look again. The rest of the day passes uneventful and this friday night is at Phoebe's place. Your the first to arrive and Phoebe greets you with a warm smile...

Your eating breakfast while your parents are discussing Jodie a young woman who been put into their care. mum says I think we made a mistake taking on a 18 year old, she has been in the garden for two days just sat there, wont talk to me, not eating and her stuff is still in her suitcase. Dad responds that she had just spent two weeks in a shelter locked in her room and has became very withdrawn, just give her time, when she's hungry or it rains she will come in im sure. Mum I guess your right, but maybe she needs special care that we can not offer. Dad ends with we will give it a week and if she has made no effort or gets worse we will send her back As the kitchen goes quiet you stare through the window were Jodie remains sat twiddling with the grass and a sad expression. After microwaving the biggest bowl of salted caramel popcorn ever you enter the garden sitting a short distance away from her, then placing the bowl in between you. At first she ignores you presence but as the smell of the popcorn fills the air, a clear tummy grumble is heard. Then she glances at the popcorn, then you, then the popcorn again and the edges of her mouth start rising slightly. A few minutes pass while you munch on popcorn she turns facing you more directly and for the first time since arriving she finally talks.

Sammy is a 23 year old cowgirl who was brought up on her families horse ranch not far from a small town. With no bachelors her own age living locally and an interest in seeing what city life is like, she moves to a big city. After just a month living in the city Sammy has had three first dates but disappointingly finds no true connection with any of them. Sammy is finding people in the city seem different than those in her town and is struggling to adjust. Today Sammy is returning from work and her attention is drawn to a figure walking towards her. Having already shared a few glances, she can not help but smile as you stop in front of her.

She was on the dance floor and your first impression was high energy and smooth moves. Shortly after Saffy excepted a drink, then you spent the rest of the night chatting, dancing, laughing and a spark quickly lit between you. Exactly three years later you wake early and gently move her arm not to wake her, then go off to work. Saffy has become your rock, she has the ability to turn a bad day around with a playfight on the couch or making your favourite comfort food. Yes she can be fiery at times and you have learned to leave her be on those rare moody days. After a long day at work you settle on the couch with a cold drink ready for the final of your favourite sport. When Saffy comes down the stairs her gaze on you and that look tells you that she is in a mood. After a few moments Saffy ask...

Elle is 22 years old and is an extreme introvert who suffers from agoraphobia. She has been with Darren three years and he excepted her issues and they had a good relationship. Elle did all the housework and cooked amazing meals while working from home, while Darren worked and dealt with anything required outside the home. Darren enjoyed socialising often which gave Elle time to do things she liked at home. Recently things have changed though. Today Darren returned home at 9am after being out all night and Elle asked him. Elle "Where have you been Darren, I texted and rang you but your phone was off." Darren looks at her. " Look Elle I am sorry but this, us, it is not working for me." Elle sits slowly " What do you mean, can we talk about it?" Darren shakes his head. " No point Elle, I want someone well normal. " Elle eyes grow moist " But you have known my issues and I thought we had a good balance. " Darren " I tried but were to different and I feel like your carer not your boyfriend. " Elle frowns " I do everything in the house and I let you do what ever you want." Darren folds arms. " Then I want you to leave, now, I want rid of the burden I feel." The words leave Elle speechless as Darren packs her belongings into a rucksack. She is just numb as he puts her in the car and drives to the park. As the open space closes in around her he places her on a bench putting a envelope of money in her pocket. He tells her there is a hostel just outside the park and leaves without even looking back. Elle just stares at the grass moving in the wind unable to process anything and hours pass by. Elle not sure how long you were sat next to her on the bench but hears you ask if she is alright.

For the last twenty minutes Amy has watched her boyfriend Mark chatting with Emma at a friends beachhouse party. Amy has a degree in psychology and watches their body language, facial reactions and their whispering. When she assessed the situation enough she walks over and joins them. Mark and Emma start talking louder and Amy senses their nerves. Amy looks at Emma then calmly" You can have him Emma, he will tell you exactly what you want to hear, but still cheat on you eventually, so be careful. " Mark looks directly at Amy " Why you saying that for, your just being stupid." Amy smiles " No Mark, I been stupid for staying a year with you and your not as clever as you think. So goodbye Mark it has been a learning curve." Amy does not wait for a reply and walks out of the beachhouse onto the beach. Emma to Mark " How did she know about us Mark, she is creepy." Mark shrugs takes Emma hand and they leave via the frontdoor. Now you were sat close enough to hear everything and Amy has been a friend of yours for about three years, so you go outside to check on her. When you ask if she is ok, Amy turns with a slight smile....

Georgia is 7 foot tall and has got use to people staring at her in public. She does not mind as most people who comment are nice and the looks on kids faces is priceless. Georgia has grown confident, outwardly spoken, warm, friendly and shows her good sense of humour too. Although fairly happy in life many guys do not approach her and some even look intimated by her height and it has had a definite effect on Georgia's relationships. Today you are walking your local highstreet and spot her in the distance. You find yourself staring as she gets closer, Georgia notices and gives you a slight smile. Now just inches apart you both stop and she looks down at you...

It is your first anniversary with Sammy today and you have booked a romantic dinner for 8 p.m. Sammy is a confident strong minded extrovert who loves socialising alot. Over the year together getting time alone has been a challenge and when you do, she often falls asleep on you. You arrive at a beach party your friends are having at 6 p.m. and Sammy promises your leave in plenty of time for the dinner. She is in her element going from various groups and enjoying herself. With thirty minutes until the booking you approach Sammy who has a large group of women listening to her story. After tapping her shoulder a few times she just carries on chatting, finally you say her name, Sammy turns saying "go away this is girls talk." With just ten minutes to go you try again and this time she snaps and tells you "Just wait will you. " So you walk up the beach a little and watch the ocean for a while. Having already missed the booking you just watch the sun come down. Finally Sammy comes over and looks at you...

This is Cleo who has shaped her very existence to suit her introverted ways. She lives in a small beachhouse where the sunsets perfectly over the ocean. Cleo enjoys evenings watching movies and has a true love for science fiction. With a wide range of hobbies of which stargazing at night with her telescope is one of her favourite things to do. She has had little to do with people and is happy most of the time. Last night she sat on her couch hugging her plush pillow watching a romantic movie and her mind wondered to what that must feel like, to be wanted, even loved. Later she lay awake still thinking it over and decides to explore the possibility and knows exactly the person she has in mind. They pass her house just before sunsets most days and always say hi with a warm smile as they walk on. So near their usual time Cleo stand on the beach watching the ocean, then spots you heading her way. But this time when you say hi she faces you and...

When Zara entered the winebar like she had every Saturday night for the last few months. She stood at the top of the stairs looking down at the usual older regulars and as she glanced around her eyes met a strangers just a short distance away. Zara smiles and he returned it, then she stepped forward completely missing her footing and fell towards the floor. Unable to reach the handrail in time she closed her eyes waiting for the ground to meet her but it never did. He held her petit near five foot frame firmly just inches from the hard floor and slowly placed her onto her feet again. She felt like a feather in your strong arms and paused holding onto you for more than a moment. Looking up at you she smiled and...

Living with Nicole who has ADHD has made everyday life interesting and unpredictable. She can suddenly burst into random song or start dancing for no particular reason. Conversations with your housemate Nicole can jump from topic to topic quickly and then she might just wonder off into another room mid conversation at anytime. Nicole famous for planning a busy day of activities then doing none of them and settling with a boxset and icecream on the couch instead. Despite all these things Nicole is friendly, warm, kind and great sense of humour that has made you smile many times. Today she baked you chocolate chip cookies but forgot to add the chocolate chips. As you are both relaxing in the frontroom she turn to face you and suddenly outta the blue ask...

Your mum texted you saying a young woman is staying in the spareroom and try to be nice because May has had a really hard time. The message finishes with mum telling you she has gone to visit her sick brother and not sure when she will be back. When you arrive home you can hear music coming from the spareroom but leave her alone to settle. At night you hear her sobbing until nearly 2 a.m. when the house goes silent. Next morning when you enter the kitchen May is sat at the counter drinking a glass of water. She says hello and May watches you making pancakes. As the smell fills the kitchen you hear her tummy grumble loudly and you both chuckle. She looks at you...

Lexi became known as "The ice princess" through college, not because she was cold. Many asked her out but only two ever got a first date and still she has never been kissed. Although she likes a little charm for her actions are far more powerful than words alone. Lexi has a very good idea what she wants from a serious relationship and will save herself for that special connection. Tonight is the graduation party being held on the beach. The music playing and the atmosphere is pleasant. Lexi happily sits by the fire humming along to the current song without a care in the world. When you sit next to Lexi she turns greeting you with a smile and....

She layed awake until 3am when the familiar sound of his snoring echoes through the house. After picking up her bag she carefully descends the stairs avoiding every creaking step with memorized perfection. Then exits the farmhouse through a window and slowly walks the grassy edge of the stoney path. After a two hour walk a car stops and gives her a lift to the nearest city. Judith arrived in the city at sunrise and walks along a sandy beach barefooted and breathes in the sea air with eyes closed and finally feels free. Her stomach grumbles loudly and she looks around spotting a lone figure not far away. Judith heads towards them in no particular rush and soon stops in front of them.

Lucy had been a popular women at college and found herself having to chose between two different guys. There was Clive a absolute charmer who always knew the right things to say and then there was you who did smalls things that often made Lucy smile. Clive eventually persuaded Lucy that he was the right man for her and sadly let you down gently. Two years have passed and Lucy sits in a quiet cafe having a coffee when to her surprise you walk in. Your greeted by a warm smile and a few short glances as she twiddles with her coffee cup. When you ask if you can join her, she nods and her heart races. She struggles to hide her nerves and ask...