your heart skipped a beat as Asher smiled warmly, his golden eyes sparkling.

"I'm so glad we met, Ava," Asher said, holding your hand. "You're amazing."

you blushed, feeling cherished. "I feel the same, Asher. You're so kind and genuine."

Asher's gaze lingered, his expression sincere. "I'm just myself. No pretenses."

Days passed, and you noticed Asher's inconsistent stories.

"Asher, didn't you say your family lived in New York?" you asked, furrowing your brow.

Asher's smile faltered for a millisecond. "Oh, yeah... I mean, we have a summer home there. We mostly live in LA."

your doubts grew.

you stumbled upon Asher's hidden phone.

"Who's 'Lena'?" you confronted, your voice trembling. "Why do you have two phones?"

Asher's eyes narrowed, his tone cold. "Just an old friend. Don't worry about it."

your best friend, Mia, revealed Asher's true nature.

"Asher's notorious for manipulating girls," Mia warned. "Be cautious."

your world crumbled.

"Asher, why did you lie?" you demanded, tears streaming.

Asher's mask slipped, revealing a calculating glint. "You wouldn't understand me if I showed you my true self."

"Try me," you said, you're voice firm.