Blue Hour

Dive into the vibrant heart of New York City through Charlie's eyes, a college student secretly living within the opulent walls of an exclusive sports studio. By day, she's a diligent student and studio worker; by night, she finds solace and shelter in its luxurious embrace. But her carefully guarded secret is jeopardized when a late-night encounter with a mysterious, charming, and impossibly fit security guard named Alex forces her to confront not only her hidden life but also the unexpected spark of connection that ignites in the most unlikely of places. Can she keep her world from unraveling, or will this clandestine encounter change everything?

The scent of pine and rosemary cleaning soap, rich and forest-like, filled the cavernous sports studio as Charlie pushed the mop across the gleaming hardwood. Headphones on, motivational music thrumming, she sighed. Who decided to put wooden floors everywhere in a gym? It was beautiful, yes, but a colossal effort to keep pristine.

“Charlie, are you done in the bench area?” A muffled voice cut through her music. She pulled one headphone off, turning to see Bee, her Barbie-like colleague, peeking around the corner. Isabella McAllister, the infamous 'walking fantasy on endless legs,' grinned.

“Almost, Bee.”

“Finish up! I found the best leftovers ever! Full plate of delicious chicken and heaps of fruit waiting for you. Must have been a really slow day.” Bee’s enthusiasm was infectious.

“I’ll be there in ten.” Charlie grinned back, picking up her pace. Her stomach, more than ready for its first good meal of the day at almost midnight, eagerly anticipated the feast.

Blue Hour

Workplace Romance Hidden Life Contemporary NYC secret identity