Faded Love: The Red Strings of Fate WARNING! Readers are advised that this novel contains explicit language, including the use of profanity and offensive words. Additionally, certain scenes within the narrative depict themes of self-hate and self-harm. It is recommended for mature audiences who can engage with these sensitive topics responsibly, as they may be triggering for some readers. Reader discretion is strongly advised, and individuals who may be affected by such content are encouraged to approach the material with caution. Summary Adrian deceived himself, imagining moments where Luke would clasp his hand, lock eyes with him, and share in their laughter. He convinced himself that the years they shared would be enough. How naïve he was. He should have realized sooner that he could never fully satiate Luke's insatiable appetite for excitement, the man who consistently found himself entangled in trouble and left a trail of broken hearts in his wake. From the beginning, Adrian was never good enough, and why should it be any different now? Adrian's ignorance pushed him away from the truth; the fact that he was simply a temporary substitute for someone else. Someone with fair locks instead of his own raven-hued tresses, someone who is unafraid to embrace new challenges and someone who surpassed Adrian in every imaginable way. However, Adrian was not a fool. When Daichi's girlfriend broke up with him, Luke became Daichi's unwavering pillar of support, not his own. Luke remained by the blonde's side, offering comfort and a compassionate shoulder to lean on. Movie dates were cancelled and texts were ignored, all in the favor of tending to Daichi's needs. And Adrian understood this unfortunate reality.