Binary Hearts || Damien • Xander || Fanfic

Binary Hearts : Echoes of Affection

In the bustling halls of Sacred Heart High School, where laughter echoed and friendships bloomed, a love story unfolded between two unlikely souls—Damien, a computer whiz with a passion for gaming, and Xander, a playful spirit in need of guidance.

Damien, with his glasses perched precariously on his nose and a laptop always by his side, had recently transferred from Ateneo High School, where he had been known as the resident computer nerd. His transition to Sacred Heart wasn't seamless; he felt like an outsider in a sea of unfamiliar faces.

Enter Xander, the life of the party with a mischievous twinkle in his eye. Despite his infectious charm, Xander struggled academically, particularly in subjects like math and science. His playful demeanor often got him into trouble, and he found himself falling behind in class.

Their paths collided one fateful day when Damien was assigned as Xander's tutor. At first, Damien was hesitant—he preferred the company of pixels and algorithms to that of humans—but there was something about Xander's earnest smile that drew him in.

As they delved into the world of equations and algorithms, Damien discovered a different side to Xander—a side that was curious, determined, and far more intelligent than he let on. Beneath the playful façade was a boy yearning to break free from the confines of his own self-doubt.

In Xander, Damien found a kindred spirit—a boy who, like him, was searching for acceptance and understanding in a world that often seemed too chaotic to comprehend. And in Damien, Xander found a steady anchor—a source of guidance and support that he had never known before.

Their tutoring sessions soon turned into late-night study sessions, where they would lose track of time discussing everything from binary code to the mysteries of the universe. With each passing day, their bond grew stronger, until it blossomed into something neither of them could ignore.

But as their feelings deepened, so too did their fears. Damien worried about what others would think of their budding relationship, while Xander grappled with insecurities about his intelligence and worthiness of love.

Yet, in each other's arms, they found solace—a refuge from the judgment and expectations of the outside world. Together, they dared to dream of a future where their love could thrive, unburdened by the constraints of society's norms.

And as they stood hand in hand, facing the uncertain road ahead, Damien knew one thing for certain—no matter what challenges they may encounter, as long as they had each other, they could overcome anything that came their way. For in the vast expanse of the universe, their love was the only constant they needed.