Heartthrob of youth

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Episode 10: The First Promise

The next day, Mia walked into school with a quiet determination in her heart. She had spent the night thinking about Adrian’s words — how he told her he wasn’t going anywhere. For the first time, she realized she didn’t have to face everything alone.

When she saw Adrian waiting by her locker, his easy smile lighting up just for her, she felt her nerves ease. “Morning,” he said softly, brushing a hand gently over her shoulder. “You okay?”

Mia nodded, smiling shyly. “Yeah. Thanks to you.”

They spent the day side by side, ignoring the curious stares, the whispers, the jealous looks. It wasn’t always easy, but Mia noticed something new in herself — a little more confidence, a little more strength. And it was because of him.

That afternoon, as they sat together on a quiet bench near the school garden, Adrian took a deep breath.

“Mia,” he began, his voice unusually serious, “I know we’re still figuring this out… but I want you to know, I’m not here for a game or just for fun. I like you — really like you. And I want us to be something real.”

Mia’s heart swelled, her cheeks warming. She looked at him, eyes shining, and whispered, “I want that too.”

Adrian smiled softly, then reached out, linking his pinky finger with hers. “Promise me we’ll face everything together — no matter what comes?”

Mia wrapped her pinky around his, heart racing. “Promise.”

And as their hands gently intertwined, Mia realized this was more than just young love — it was the start of something deep, something real, something that might just last.

Episode 11: Cracks in the Perfect Image

The next few days felt like a sweet rhythm — quiet walks after school, shared jokes, soft smiles across the classroom. Mia was happier than she had ever been. But beneath Adrian’s easy charm, she began to sense… something hidden.

One afternoon, as they sat under their usual cherry tree, Mia noticed Adrian staring off into the distance, a faint sadness in his eyes.

“Adrian?” she asked softly, brushing her fingers lightly over his hand. “Is everything okay?”

He blinked, startled, and forced a small smile. “Yeah. I’m fine.”

But Mia knew he wasn’t.

Later that evening, she got a message from him.

> Adrian: Can I tell you something? I’ve never told anyone before.

Her heart thudded as she typed back: Of course. I’m here.

When they met the next day, Adrian’s usual confident air was gone. He looked almost… vulnerable.

“Mia,” he began quietly, “everyone thinks my life is perfect. But it’s not. At home… things aren’t great. My parents fight all the time. They barely notice me. And sometimes… I feel like I’m just pretending to be this happy, charming guy.”

Mia’s chest tightened. Without thinking, she wrapped her arms around him, holding him close. “You don’t have to pretend with me,” she whispered. “I see the real you, Adrian — and I care about that you.”

Adrian held her tightly, burying his face in her shoulder. And in that quiet, aching moment, Mia realized their bond had deepened — they weren’t just sharing smiles anymore. They were sharing hearts.Episode 12: When Hearts Switch Places

The days after Adrian’s confession felt different — deeper. Mia could feel the change, like they had crossed an invisible line. They weren’t just two classmates sneaking moments together anymore. They were truly in each other’s worlds now.

But then, something Mia didn’t expect happened.

After school one day, Mia’s phone buzzed with a message from her mom: “We need to talk when you get home.” Her chest tightened. She knew her parents had been fighting about money lately. She just didn’t expect to walk into the middle of it.

That night, as raised voices filled the house, Mia curled up on her bed, clutching her phone. Without thinking, her fingers moved.

> Mia: Adrian… are you free?

His reply came almost instantly.

> Adrian: Always. Do you want to meet?

Moments later, she slipped quietly outside, meeting him under the streetlight at the corner of her block. Adrian took one look at her and wrapped his arms around her without a word.

For the first time, Mia felt her walls break. She pressed her face into his chest and let the tears come — quiet, shaking sobs she had kept bottled up for so long.

Adrian gently stroked her hair, his voice soft near her ear. “Hey, hey… I’ve got you, Mia.”

That night, under the soft glow of the streetlamp, Mia realized something important: love wasn’t just about having someone to lean on. It was about being that person too. And now, they were both learning how to carry each other’s hearts.Episode 13: A Date Under the Stars

After everything they had both been through, Mia and Adrian decided they needed a break — a moment just for them.

“Let’s go somewhere quiet,” Adrian suggested with a soft smile, slipping his fingers through Mia’s as they walked out of school. “Just you and me, no crowds, no whispers.”

That evening, Adrian surprised Mia by leading her to a small hill just outside town. He had packed a blanket, a small thermos of hot cocoa, and a tiny speaker that softly played her favorite songs.

Mia’s heart melted at how thoughtful he was. “You really planned all this?” she asked, eyes wide.

He laughed gently. “For you? Of course.”

They lay side by side on the blanket, watching as the sky slowly darkened and the stars began to twinkle one by one. Adrian pointed out constellations, making up silly stories about them that made Mia giggle. She felt so peaceful, so safe, lying there beside him.

After a while, Adrian grew quiet. He turned on his side, propping himself up on one elbow, his gaze soft and serious.

“Mia,” he murmured, brushing a lock of hair from her face, “I don’t think I’ve ever felt this close to anyone before.”

Mia’s cheeks warmed as she whispered, “Me neither.”

Under the endless sky, Adrian leaned down, pressing the sweetest, most tender kiss to Mia’s lips — a kiss full of promise, full of the quiet, steady love they were building together.

And for the first time in a long time, Mia felt like the stars were shining just for them.Episode 14: Rumors and Storms

The morning after their perfect starlit date, Mia walked into school feeling light as air. She hugged her books to her chest, smiling softly as she remembered Adrian’s kiss — the warmth, the closeness, the quiet magic between them.

But her happy bubble popped the moment she stepped into the hallway.

A group of girls near her locker were whispering, their eyes flicking toward her. Mia couldn’t hear everything, but she caught a few sharp words: “Did you hear? Adrian’s been seen with that senior girl… again.”

Mia’s stomach twisted. What… senior girl?

Trying to shake it off, she told herself don’t listen to rumors, but by lunchtime, it was everywhere. People were whispering that Adrian was still spending time with Eliza — a senior girl known for her beauty and charm, someone Adrian had once been close to before Mia ever came into the picture.

Mia sat on the edge of the school courtyard, heart heavy. She didn’t want to doubt Adrian, but the whispers, the pointed looks — they were eating away at her.

Suddenly, she felt a presence beside her. Adrian sat down, his brows furrowed. “Mia, what’s wrong? You’ve been avoiding me all day.”

She hesitated, then quietly asked, “Adrian… are you still seeing Eliza?”

His eyes widened in surprise. “What? Mia — no. She’s just a family friend. We’ve known each other for years, but there’s nothing between us.”

Mia’s chest tightened. “Then why are people saying—”

Adrian gently took her hands, his voice calm but firm. “Hey. Listen to me. I don’t care what they say. What matters is what we know — and I know I only want you, Mia.”

Tears pricked her eyes as she looked at him, feeling the weight of her fears lift slightly. Still, she knew one thing for sure: if their love was going to survive, they’d have to learn to trust each other — even when the world tried to tear them apart.

Episode 15: Face to Face with Eliza

The next day, Mia felt like she was walking on shaky ground. Even though Adrian had reassured her, the whispers hadn’t stopped. And now, they were louder.

In the hallway after lunch, Mia was heading toward her locker when a voice stopped her.

“So, you’re Mia.”

Mia turned — and there stood Eliza. Tall, graceful, effortlessly beautiful, with a cool confidence in her eyes. She smiled, but there was something sharp beneath it.

“I’ve been meaning to talk to you,” Eliza said, stepping closer. “You and Adrian… you’re cute together.”

Mia’s heart pounded. “Thank you,” she said softly, forcing a polite smile.

Eliza tilted her head, smirking slightly. “You know, Adrian and I have known each other for years. We’ve always been… close.” She let the words hang in the air, her meaning clear.

Mia’s hands clenched slightly at her sides. For a second, she felt small, unsure, like she was drowning in the weight of Eliza’s presence. But then, she remembered Adrian’s words — I only want you, Mia.

She took a slow breath and straightened her shoulders. “I know you’re close,” Mia said calmly. “But Adrian and I trust each other. And we’re not going to let rumors or old connections get in the way of that.”

For a brief moment, surprise flickered across Eliza’s face — just a flicker — before she smiled again, this time with a touch of genuine respect. “Hmm,” she murmured. “You’re stronger than you look.”

As Eliza turned and walked away, Mia let out a shaky breath, her heart still racing. She hadn’t expected to stand up like that, but she realized something important: love wasn’t just about holding hands and sharing kisses. Sometimes, it was about standing your ground, even when everything tried to shake you.

And Mia was ready