San Francisco, CA. 1983. Anneliese and James absolutely despise each other, but they're physically and mentally unable to hurt each other; in which they find out when every attempt to dispose of the other fails miserably. She was in denial. They both were. In denial that the two of them could actually see each other romantically- but they could. They did every single day. Every look they shared was romantic. They were in denial of their feelings, that they could ever feel the opposite of what they felt when they first met. Or more simply; Two naive kids meet, hate, love, and face the bullshit that comes with living. This story includes mature and sensitive themes. (e.g abuse, domestic violence, alcohol/tobacco abuse, sexual themes) read at your own risk! I do not own any part of Metallica nor am I affiliated with any of the members or management! started: 12.23.22 ended: 1.9.24 james hetfield x fem!oc

June and James had been neighbors since the fifth grade. After inheriting her late grandfathers home in Downey, June was planted right next to the corner house. The house in which the blond boy lived. From the hair pulling at the playground to the teasing in the hallways, June quickly grew a burning hatred for James. Although, as they went into junior high, they realized something; they weren't so different after all. Until they were, when June realized she was in love with him. And she was sure he couldn't love her back. **first person point of view, despite this third person description! - 🥇 #1 in jameshetfield #1 in 80smusic **lowercase intended for the first several chapters james hetfield x fem!oc -soundslikegarden 2023