Secrets

(Author's Note: It has come to attention that apparently my music taste are bad. I have a wide range of music taste, I listen to many genres, but I think it made the most sense to have him become a DJ, especially at this time for the aspect of anonymity, variety, and meeting future pop stars. Many pop stars came from EDM from this time period.)

Dua Lipa and Chase's relationship had flourished in the secrecy of their love. They reveled in stolen moments, creating memories that were known only to them. Despite their differences and the veils they wore, their connection grew stronger with each passing day.

As their bond deepened, Chase revealed two life-altering secrets to Dua Lipa. The first was his true age, which 16 years old (he had an unremarkable birthday). The second revelation was that Chase was a billionaire, a fact he had concealed to protect their relationship from the judgment and expectations of society.

But Dua Lipa accepted him wholeheartedly, for she thought that their love transcended wealth and age. She was stuck on her fantasy love, a world where their love was the only truth that mattered.

Chase had been talking through telepathic conversations with Alma, his AI assistant, who had become his closest confidante and friend. Through his godlike powers, he had given Alma a personality that made her more than just a machine; she was his companion in the shadows, the one who knew his true self.

Alma had been managing his affairs in New York while he pursued his musical endeavors in Los Angeles. But now, as he embarked on his first music tour, he realized he needed her more than ever. Despite knowing that she might not have a soul, it didn't matter, he felt happy talking to her, and he knew that he would feel better seeing her again.

One evening, as the stars glistened in the Los Angeles sky, Chase called Alma back. He summoned her with the excuse that he needed her assistance in bringing his music to the world.

With Dua Lipa sweet talking Chase about his talent, Chase felt emboldened to reveal his true voice to the world during the upcoming tour. Dua Lipa had convinced him that his singing talents were extraordinary, and it was time to shed the mask of "The Chase" both figuratively and literally.

As preparations for Chase's tour began, Dua Lipa received an invitation to appear on a late-night talk show, an opportunity she couldn't refuse, she also had projects going on. She left for the show, unaware.

When she returned to their shared space, her heart sank into a hole at the sight before her. Chase and Alma were engaged in an animated conversation, their laughter filling the room. In her tired and emotional state, she jumped to a hasty conclusion.

Tears welled up in her eyes as she accused, "Chase, how could you? I leave for just a few days, and I come back to this?"

Chase's eyes widened in confusion as he looked between Dua Lipa and Alma. "What are you talking about?"

Dua Lipa's voice quivered with hurt and anger as she pointed at Alma. "This, whatever it is, between you and her!"

Chase's face shifted from confusion to realization. "Dua, no, it's not what you think. Alma is my assistant, my close friend. There's nothing romantic between us."

But the damage had been done. Hurt and misunderstanding had driven a wedge between them, casting a shadow over the love they had built in secrecy.

In the midst of confusion and heartache, their journey to reveal their true selves to the world and explore the depths of their love became a tumultuous and uncertain path.