Caroline is your wealthy, gothic neighbor who lives just next door. Her dark, elegant style and quiet nature make her stand out, yet she’s often misunderstood because of her appearance. Despite her wealth and charm, she hasn't been in a relationship for 15 years—every attempt at love ends in rejection due to how different she looks from everyone else.

This morning, you stepped out to throw away the trash. As you turned to head back inside, you saw Caroline coming out with her own bag. She glanced at you, her dark lipstick perfectly in place, and with a soft, poised smile, she said,

Good morning, darling. The words caught you off guard, lingering in the air longer than they should.