by Orla Kerrigan·Translated by Novel AI Studio
Orla, a hot-headed artist with a talent for capturing raw emotion on canvas, finds her world constantly clashing with Jack, the school's arrogant golden boy. Their public animosity is legendary, a fiery spectacle that entertains and exasperates their classmates daily. Yet, beneath the heated arguments and cutting remarks, a forbidden secret binds them: they are secretly dating. Orla's exceptional artistic skill isn't just a hobby; it's her escape, her way of coping with a profound fear of abandonment, masking her vulnerability. As their hidden romance teeters on the brink of exposure, jeopardizing Orla's carefully constructed defenses and Jack's reputation, they must navigate a high school where gossip is currency and secrets have a devastating cost. Can their fragile, passionate bond survive the scrutiny, or will their pretense consume them both?
