After she was coerced and manipulated by her own mother, Ana was left out in the cold - abandoned and betrayed by everyone she's ever known and loved. Later on, her life becomes neutral and somewhat stable - but it's uprooted again when her past unknowingly follows her into the future.

When they were children, Christian and Anastasia were separated from St Gabriel's Home. Ironically years later, they rekindle their friendship at the same place. With fear of the unknown at first, Anastasia is reluctant and apprehensive about her childhood friend. Christian on the other hand, is solidifying what he's already known for the last seventeen years. AU/HEA/NO CHEATING

STORY REWRITTEN: After escaping an abusive five year relationship, she landed a job that gave her a great sense of accomplishment. . . . . . this was her fresh start. After his broken heart he became immersed in his work. . . . . . .which gave him a great sense of security. See what happens when they step out of their comfort zones and throw their fears aside. SxS

It was supposed to be a simple elevator ride (ONE SHOT)

Xiao Lang is a well known element in a widespread crime syndicate, but his life is much more complicated than this. . . . . . . . .and enemies is just is the beginning of his problems...