The Price of Admission

In "The Price of Admission," bestselling author Dustin Thao tells a poignant story of two teens from vastly different backgrounds—Evan, the son of a maid, and Dalton, the heir of a hotel empire—as they unexpectedly connect amid loss and change. Set against the backdrop of class division, this coming-of-age tale explores themes of belonging and second chances. Part of "The Edge of Everything," this short story captures the essence of first love, self-discovery, and the complexities of life in a narrative that can be easily enjoyed in one sitting.