Fate Always Finds a Way

Justin never believed in soulmates. Not really.

Love was complicated, messy. It wasn't some fairytale where two people were destined to be together no matter what. At least, that's what he told himself—until her.

Selena Gomez had been in his orbit for as long as he could remember. They met as teenagers, both young stars trying to navigate the chaos of fame. Their lives had crossed paths countless times, from red carpets to awards shows, from rehearsals to interviews. But it wasn't until years later, when the world seemed to quiet down, that they truly saw each other for who they were beneath the surface.

It wasn't just her beauty that caught him—it was the way she understood the weight of the world without needing to say a word. She had seen the struggles he'd faced, the battles he'd fought, and yet, she never once looked at him with pity.

One night, after years of silence, they found themselves in the same city again. Justin was at a charity event, and Selena was performing at a nearby concert. He didn't know why he was so compelled to see her, but something inside him pulled him toward that familiar stage.

She was standing backstage when he arrived, eyes scanning the crowd. When she saw him, she froze for a moment, as if she hadn't expected him to be there.

"You came," she said softly.

Justin smiled, feeling the familiar warmth spread through him. "I couldn't stay away."

And for the first time in a long time, he realized that maybe fate had its own plan for them—one they couldn't escape.