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Paint me in lies (BL)

Nathan thought leaving their past behind—the mistakes that forced him and his mother to run—would give them both a fresh start. A new home. A wealthy stepfather. A life far from the secrets that haunt him. But nothing is as simple as it seems. In a world of wealth and power, Nathan finds himself trapped in a new kind of hell. He meets Zane, his safe space, his stepbrother’s best friend—everything he could ever wish for. But it’s Kieran, his new stepbrother, who makes everything harder. Cold, dangerous, and obsessed, Kieran won’t let him go. Kieran holds Nathan’s past over his head, threatening to expose everything. Nathan will do anything to protect the one person who’s always been there for him—his mother. He must keep his darkest secret buried. But in a world full of rich, spoiled kids, drugs, sex, and murder, the pressure begins to crush him. As everything spirals out of control, Nathan is forced to choose: Keep his secret hidden and protect his mother… or let everything burn to the ground. Note: This story explores dark and mature themes such as obsession, crime, substance abuse, and toxic relationships. It is intended for mature audiences.