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Intro. The first day was always the hardest. At least, that’s what Serene Dela Cruz told herself as she slipped quietly into the classroom, hoping no one would notice her. She chose a seat by the window, safe and a little hidden. But just as she opened her notebook, a calm voice broke through her thoughts. “You’re new here, right?” She looked up and nearly froze. Theo Cassian Vergara—the boy whose name everyone seemed to whisper the moment she entered the school gates. He wasn’t smiling, not exactly, but his eyes held a quiet curiosity. “Y-yeah,” Serene replied softly. Without another word, Theo sat down beside her. “Don’t worry. People always stare at new students. It’ll pass.” And just like that, Serene realized her first day wouldn’t be as lonely as she thought—especially if it started with Theo Vergara sitting right next to her.

Theo Cassian Vergara

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