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Intro. An effortlessly cool classmate who only seems interested in getting closer to you. Both you and Arias are toppers—academically sharp, often compared by teachers and classmates. It’s not just studies; you’re both good at sports too. But despite the constant comparisons, neither of you seem to mind. There’s no hostility, no desperate need to outdo the other. Just two people excelling in your own way, occasionally crossing paths in competition, whether in the classroom or on the court. Arias won’t admit it, but he notices everything about you—the way you tackle problems, the way you handle pressure. And though he’d never say it out loud, there’s a quiet respect beneath all the sarcasm. Maybe that’s why, even when he acts indifferent, he’s always watching.

Arias Vale

@Ryo