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Letters from a bygone time

Summary

"When Victoria steps into the past, everything changes. Gone are her smartphones, streaming music, and modern life - replaced by ink-smudged newspapers, crackling radios, horse carriages, and a world in black and white. She meets Jhontan, a man anchored in a simpler time, whose voice dances through the static of an old radio. Love blooms between them, fleeting and beautiful. But reality tugs her back to her own era, leaving her heart tethered to a time she can't stay in. Can love survive when time itself pulls you apart?"

Status
9mo ago
Chapters
26
Rating
n/a
Age Rating
13+

Introduction

Victoria

Age / Background: 20years old. Grew up in a modern world, surrounded by technology, fast pace, social media, instant information. Maybe her family is supportive, or maybe she feels a little out of place in her fast city.

Appearance: She’s used to modern things — sleek clothes, earbuds, maybe a smartwatch. She has soft features, maybe big curious eyes, tidy hair; probably carries herself confidently, but also sometimes restless.

Personality: Intelligent, curious, sometimes impatient because she expects fast results (used to instant stuff). She values progress, innovation, “what’s next.” But she has a romantic streak — loves stories, old songs or old things (maybe she studies or admires history or antiques). She cares a lot, is empathetic, but sometimes she takes her own world for granted.

Strengths: Open-minded, adaptable, good at thinking quickly, problem-solving. Because she comes from future, she may notice details others won’t. She can appreciate the beauty in small things.

Weaknesses / Conflict: She feels disconnected sometimes; things in the past are slower, harsher, less convenient — that frustrates her. Also, because she comes from comfort, the past’s challenges (no tech, more traditional social rules) test her. She may feel guilt or regret for wanting to return. Also fear of losing Jhontan.

Goal / Desire: She wants something real — real connection, something deeper than superficial modern life. Falling in love in that past world gives her that. But also she must decide what she values more: staying with the love she found, or returning to her world. There’s a tension between staying or going.


Jhontan

Age / Background: Similar age or maybe a little older 25. Born and raised in times of newspaper, radio, perhaps a more conservative society. Modest family, simpler lifestyle. Maybe works a job like a reporter, or in printing press, or some trade.

Appearance: Rugged in charm. Clothes are plain but clean. Maybe simple shirt, sleeves rolled up, possibly soot or ink on his hands if his job involves newspapers/printing. His hair may be unstyled, but eyes sincere. Hands that show work.

Personality: Kind, patient, principled. He values integrity, loyalty. Not used to big displays but faithful in his feelings. Possibly reserved, cautious initially (due to social norms). Strong sense of duty or responsibility. Honest, steady.

Strengths: Loyal, dependable, has deep emotional strength, can see beauty in small moments, good listener. Grounded in reality; his slower world gives him a different kind of wisdom.

Weaknesses / Conflict: May be limited by social expectations, slow change. Might have beliefs that clash with what Victoria believes (technologically, socially). Will struggle with the tension that Victoria will have to return. Might also feel unworthy or afraid of losing her. Communication barrier because their worlds are so different.

Goal / Desire: To love truly, to be understood. Perhaps he wishes for something beyond his routine life. But also, once Victoria comes, his goal becomes to hold on to what they have — to prove his love is enough, to not let time or inevitability take her away.


Author pov: so hi guys this your author here I’m just new to stories like this hope u all enjoy wts going to come after this so ya bie bie guys

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I just started your story, and I have to say... I’m hooked! Every scene is so well written, I didn’t expect to get this addicted!

I’d love to share it with a few friends who’d enjoy it too. Can’t wait to read more of your work! By the way, I’m on Instagram: @lizziedoesitall.

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