This chapter marks the first crack in Star and Asher’s relationship—their first real fight, though it’s subtle and unspoken. The night starts out perfect, effortless as always, until Star realizes Asher forgot something important to her: an art show she had been excited about. At first, the argument is small, almost insignificant. Asher apologizes, saying he didn’t mean to forget, but Star can’t shake the quiet disappointment settling in her chest. It’s not just about the art show—it’s about realizing that sometimes, she is not Asher’s priority. The tension lingers in the silence between them. Neither of them yells, no one storms off, but the weight of the moment is undeniable. For the first time, something feels off. They move forward like nothing happened, but the feeling stays. It’s the first wound in a love that will bleed over time.