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Introduction

Kate's P.O.V.
I stared outside, into the night sky. It was always such a mysterious, beautiful thing to me. The way the stars glimmered. The idea that there was more than just us outside of Earth just left me awestruck. 
I'm Kate. I'm 21 years old, and have 1 sister, and a dad. My mother died when I was young, and honestly, I don't remember her that well. I learned everything from my sister. She was practically my mother. My father owns a multi-million dollar company, that is 'Wilson Architecture.'
I just got out of college, and began working as an-
"So, how's working at dad's company as an Architect?" My sister, Brooke, asked as she sipped her coffee.
"It's great, I love designing houses and mansions for people, it's always been-"
"Yuck. To me, that's boring," Brooke interrupted, "that's why I became a well-known fashion designer."

She always likes to brag.
I glared daggers at her, before looking down at my white canvas high-tops.
"Well, I love it, so stop being rude." I said to her, causing her to look at me with wide eyes.
"Let's just change the subject. Have you found a boyfriend yet?" She said, before looking down at her engagement ring.
I was surprised at her question. I quickly looked at her and shook my head, but inside, I knew I was lying to myself, and to her. After months of hiding it, I realized it was time to tell her. 
"I've been meaning to tell you," I began, before taking a huge breath, "I'm--"
Brooke's phone began to ring. I watched her as she retrieved it from her purse and slid her finger across the screen.
"Hello?" Brooke asked.
She then got up and mouthed "I'll be right back."
I nodded and watched as she hurried outside. I heard the ringing of the door bell. I sighed and took a sip of my Lattè. I really needed to get this out, and her phone just had to ring. Well, then again, she's a national fashion designer.
I heard the door of the coffee shop I was in swing open. I watched as she hurried over and began to retrieve her stuff. I looked at her confused. Brooke looked over at me and immediately answered:
"I'm sorry Kate. They need me back at my headquarters. Apparently, the host of a fashion show I'm in decided to move the date up to next week," Brooke continued, intaking a large breath,"so I have to fly back to California and finish the dresses before the date of the fashion show."

I looked up at her, upset. I guess she noticed because the next thing Brooke did was hug me and say:

"We will hangout next month, I promise I will fly back here."

Brooke stood back up. We hurriedly said our goodbyes, and I watched her flee into the night. She quickly got in her white BMW. I watched her car's lights turn on and pull out, driving onto the expressway.
After paying the bill, I grabbed my things and walked out towards my Tesla. As I neared it, I noticed the door didn't open.
I sighed and began to pat my pockets for the key. I didn't feel it in any of my pockets. My heart dropped. I began to look on the pavement for the little car-shaped key, but I didn't find it.
I ran into the coffee shop and began looking on the floor, and under the table.
"Looking for this?" I heard a husky voice say behind me. I jumped at the voice and hit my head on the table.
"Ow." I grunted before looking at his hand. There, in his hand, was my key.
"Be careful there." He said, extending his hand for me to shake. I looked at it before extending my hand to grab the key. He teased me and said:
"Not until you shake my hand."
I rolled my eyes and shook his hand.
"I'm Taylor Valerian."
My eyes widened. Was this our rival company's owner? I immediately covered up my shocked expression with a smile.
"I'm Kate Wilson."
"Oh that's how I know you!" Taylor began, " your father owns 'Wilson Architecture', correct?"
"Yeah, and I work there." I quickly responded.
"Well I'm pretty sure we're merging companies." Taylor explained.
WHAT!? I didn't know about this.
There was an uncomfortable silence between us, and I swear, he was checking me out.
"Well I guess I'll see you around?" I said, before grabbing my key.
"Yeah, see you around." He said with a smirk playing on his face, he was still checking me out.      I exchanged a goodbye to him, and quickly hurried towards my car. The driver's door opened, and I hopped in.                                                                                                                                                     Starting my car, I quickly turned on my lights and pulled out, quick to flee from this coffee shop. I flew onto the expressway, making sure I buckled my seat belt. I quickly typed in my destination on the car's touchscreen.                                                                                                                                            "On route to 1271 Carter Road.." The car's automated voice said ".. 1 hour, and 30 minutes." I only came out here to see my sister, I haven't seen her in over a year because she is constantly working, and plus she has a husband and my nephew she has to take care of.                                        I stared at the road and tapped my foot on the accelerator. 50...70...80..100.

A thought hit me.
What the hell was Taylor Valerian doing there?
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My intro is finally completed! But now comes the editing. UGHHHH lol. I hope you guys all enjoyed the intro chapter. Like, comment, and vote guys! it means alot to me, and it means I can keep writing for you guys! Share this book with friends, it would mean the world to me. Love you all!
~Bryce