He Left With Nothing

In a heartfelt tale, Ryan, a 17-year-old boy, bravely escaped the grasp of his cruel adoptive father after enduring a brutal beating. With nothing but a childhood friend, Darius, living in the same city for his studies, Ryan ventured into this unfamiliar place seeking solace. Overjoyed by Ryan's unexpected contact, which had been a year of silence, Darius yearned to confess his long-held feelings but chose to be patient. As fate would have it, Ryan's encounter with Owen, a handsome young man at the local bookstore, stirred an unfamiliar emotion within him. This was a world vastly different from the confined existence within his adoptive father's mansion, where he had been treated like a prisoner. Now, as Ryan's heart began to bloom with affection for Owen, the son of a prominent CEO, he wondered if this newfound connection would bring happiness and understanding, or if someone else, perhaps even Darius, might steal his affections once more. What unfolds when Ryan decides to reveal his feelings to Owen? Will acceptance be the outcome, or will his heart be shattered by rejection? To discover the answer, dive into this gripping novel and follow Ryan's journey towards self-discovery and love.