Logan and Caleb had always been different. Ever since they were kids, they could swap bodies with each other at will. It wasn’t until college that they realized the full potential of their ability—they weren’t just limited to swapping with each other. They could swap with anyone.
That was when the idea for Twin Shifts was born.
At first, it was just a joke between them—what if they used their power to make some extra cash? But as they thought about it, the idea became more real. People would pay for all kinds of things. Some would want to get out of awkward situations, like a nerve-wracking job interview or a family obligation. Others might need someone to take a test for them or cover for a mistake. The possibilities were endless, and the money could be life-changing.
So they set up a system. No paper trail, no digital footprint. All inquiries went through a private messaging service, and everything was arranged through word of mouth. Clients could make requests, and the twins would decide whether to take the job. Simple swaps—attending a lecture, filling in for a shift at work—came cheap. High-risk swaps, like dealing with an angry ex or giving a big presentation, cost extra.
There were rules, of course. No illegal activities. No long-term swaps. And no asking questions. They didn’t care why someone wanted to escape their life for a while—only that they could pay.
Sitting in their apartment, Caleb scrolled through their latest batch of requests. A freshman wanted someone to cover for her in a brutal midterm. A senior was desperate for a way out of a family dinner. One guy just wanted a night off from being himself.
Logan leaned back in his chair, cracking his knuckles. “We’re gonna make a fortune.”
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