Duskwood: Alternate Universe OneShots

Finding love at Aurora

In the quiet, picturesque town of Duskwood, nestled amidst rolling hills and thick forests, there lived two lovers whose hearts beat in harmony, McKenzie and Phil. Duskwood was a place where time seemed to stand still, and the streets were adorned with quaint shops and friendly faces.
McKenzie owned a charming little bookstore called "Whispering Pages." She had a passion for literature and had filled her store with shelves upon shelves of books, each with its own story to tell. The shop was a haven for book lovers and dreamers alike, where the scent of aged pages mingled with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee.
Phil, on the other hand, was the proud owner of a lively bar named "Aurora." It was the heartbeat of Duskwood's nightlife, where people gathered to unwind, listen to live music, and sip on Phil's signature cocktails. The bar was known for its warm atmosphere and the sense of community it fostered.
McKenzie and Phil's paths had crossed one fateful evening at Aurora. McKenzie, having closed her bookstore early that night, decided to step out of her comfort zone and explore the town's nightlife. It was there that she met Phil, a man with a smile that could light up the darkest of nights.
Their love story blossomed over late-night conversations and stolen glances across the bar. Soon, they were inseparable, and the townsfolk couldn't help but envy the love that McKenzie and Phil shared.
However, there was a shadow from McKenzie's past that occasionally cast a pall over their love story. Her ex-boyfriend, Jake, still lived in Duskwood. They had parted ways amicably, but it was clear that Jake had never quite let go. He had two younger sisters, Lili and Hannah, who adored McKenzie like a big sister.
Despite Jake's presence, McKenzie had a support system in her four best friends: Lily, Hannah, Jessy, and Cleo. Lily was deeply in love with her boyfriend, Dan, who was the charming chef at a nearby restaurant. Hannah was happily committed to Thomas, a talented musician, while Jessy had found love in Richy, an artist with a heart of gold.
Jessy, interestingly, was the younger sister of Phil. She often teased McKenzie about how their relationship was a family affair, but she was genuinely thrilled to see her brother so in love.
As time went on, McKenzie and Phil's love grew stronger, and they dreamed of a future together. They imagined a life filled with the scent of books, the laughter of friends, and the warmth of Aurora's neon lights. Duskwood may have been a small town, but in their love story, it was a world of its own, where the past was just a whisper and the future held endless possibilities.