Heart of Gold

Gemma, excited to celebrate her new jewelry boutique and confident with her friends, vows to step out of her comfort zone by booking a life-drawing portrait, only to find herself face-to-face with her past love, Bentley, who unexpectedly returns to her hometown. Bentley, back for a temporary residency at the local university, is surprised to discover he's about to sketch Gemma—his former love—and must navigate their shared history. As their worlds collide again, they face the challenge of overcoming past heartbreak and lingering regrets. This story explores themes of love, redemption, and seizing new opportunities.