Chapter 5 Just last month, Martha Miller had called me all excited. "For Thanksgiving, I'm making that turkey you love so much. The minute you're done with school, you and Preston better come straight over-don't you dare be late!" I'd been counting down the days-then suddenly these "real family" showed up and whisked me away to Boston, clear across the country. I tried to hide how desperate I felt as I waited for Carter's answer about sending me back. But Carter just walked over and took my wrist in that gentle way of his. 'Don't look so down, Eleanor," he said with that practiced sympathetic tone. "We'll try the coin flip every month. It's bound to work out eventually.' 'For now, I've got a nice little apartment all set up for you. And don't worry-I'll swing by all the time to check on you." I wanted to tell him I wasn't upset about the stupid coin. I didn't need some fancy apartment. I just wanted to go back to the military base-the only real home I'd known for over ten years. But then Carter's voice softened: "Stay with me tonight." 'I've been alone since Mom and Dad..." his voice cracked slightly. "Just one night? Please?" He looked genuinely heartbroken. And maybe, like Preston had said, desperately lonely too. Preston had explained that legally, now that the Fosters had found me, I couldn't continue living with him on the Army base. It seemed I had no other options, so I nodded. I transferred to a school in Boston. The workload was brutal. Carter was attentive to my every need. No matter how swamped he got at work, he made time each year to take the long train ride south with me to visit Preston. Apart from never getting a "heads" on the coin flip, never bringing me home, never asking Vanessa to leave-I couldn't really fault him for anything else these past seven years. Chapter But I'm not completely stupid or blind. Seven years is plenty of time to see what's really going on. More than enough time to finally peek through that door crack and see the truth about that unchanging coin flip. For me, today's revelation wasn't really a surprise. Once you spot the first lie, all the others suddenly become obvious too. Chapter 5 In "A Relationship Kept in The Dark" by CrushReel, the storyline unfolds as renowned photographer Jane finds herself drawn to the charismatic rookie model, Hector. Little does she know that Hector harbors a secret—he is actually the heir to a powerful business empire. As their romance blossoms, Hector grapples with concealing his true identity to capture Jane's heart. However, their love story takes a tumultuous turn when jealousy rears its ugly head, threatening to unravel the delicate balance they've built. This modern romance novel delves into themes of hidden identities, unexpected love, and the complexities of maintaining a relationship shrouded in secrecy. With its blend of sweet romance and suspenseful twists, "A Relationship Kept in The Dark" stands out for its exploration of hidden feelings and the consequences of revealing long-held secrets. For readers seeking a captivating tale that combines elements of romance, intrigue, and emotional depth, this ongoing story is available to read at CrushReel. Immerse yourself in the world of Jane and Hector as their journey unfolds against the backdrop of hidden truths and heartfelt revelations.