"Really, 'My Baby'?" I ask, my tone dry. Alex grins. "Well, obviously. What do you prefer? 'Sexy'?" he suggests, his eyes sparkling with amusement. I raise an eyebrow. "Mmm, how about 'Dumbass'?" I reply, my expression unimpressed. Alex pouts dramatically. "Now, is that what you're going to call your boyfriend?" he asks, feigning hurt. I correct him. "Fake boyfriend," I say, my voice firm. Alex chuckles. "Same difference," he says, grinning. ~~ Crestwood High Trilogy #2 ● SILVER BLAKE I've got one simple rule: Don't get too close. Boys think they can handle me, but they can't. They're all the same - weak, predictable, and disposable. I'm the one who calls the shots, and if you're lucky, I might just let you hang around for a bit. Alex Carter is everything I despise. Loud, energetic, fun - he's like a walking cliché. Thinks he owns the place just because he's got a charming smile and a trust fund. ● ALEX CARTER I'm the life of the party, the king of the night, and the one everyone wants to be. I'm the guy who walks into a room and instantly knows everyone's gonna have a good time. My parties are legendary, my friends are the best, and my charm's undeniable. Girls love me, guys want to be me, and I'm just living my best life. And then there's Silver Blake. She's like a dark cloud ruining my perfect sunshine. I've tried to get to know her, but she's always pushing me away. But I'm not giving up yet.

"You really know how to make a girl feel special," I said, surprised at how easily the words slipped from my lips. Xander's expression shifted; his eyes sparkled with an intensity that made my breath hitch. "Not just any girl, Lia," he said, a hint of seriousness threading through his playful tone. "Only you." * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Dahlia Lauren, an aspiring floral designer with a passion for creating stunning arrangements, radiates warmth and spontaneity. Her charming spirit attracts everyone around her, but beneath her cheerful exterior lies a longing for deeper connections and a fear of vulnerability that haunts her. When she stumbles upon one of Xander's gardens during a floral competition preparation, she is captivated by its beauty and the mystery behind its creator. Xander Fernandez, a talented but reclusive landscape architect, spends his days designing breathtaking gardens that mirror his dreams but hide the turmoil of his past. Known for his meticulous nature and intense focus, he has built walls around his heart, leaving little room for connection. When their paths cross, the sparks fly. But little does Dahlia know, Xander's world is about to be shaken to its core as he realizes that she's the girl who changed him in a way no one else ever could - the one who's been hiding in plain sight all along. Highest ranking :- 🥇1st Place for Best Romance Scene # 1 florist # 1 boyxgirlrelationship # 4 shefallsfirst # 9 hefallsharder

"You're mine, Layla." "What-t?" she whispered, still trying to catch up to the whirlwind of emotions crashing through her. "Mine," he repeated, his voice firm and fierce. "Not Liam's. Not anyone else's. Mine. Only mine." ~~ Crestwood High Trilogy #1 ● LAYLA HARPER I'm all about good vibes, great art, and even better company. I'm always on the lookout for new adventures and experiences to fuel my art. But then I saw him - the mysterious guy in school who seems to exist in a world of his own. He's silent, cold, and distant, like a ghost haunting the halls. What secrets is he hiding behind those piercing eyes? I'm drawn to the mystery of him, and I find myself wondering what it would take to crack the code of his icy exterior. ● DANIEL GARCIA I'm a ghost in the halls, a shadow in the crowd. People see me, but they don't really look. I'm a master of hiding in plain sight, of being invisible despite being right in front of them. My walls are up, my guard is down... or is it the other way around? Either way, I'm not letting anyone in. Not after what happened. But then she showed up, Layla Harper is like a ray of light in a world that's gone dark. And I'm not sure if I'm drawn to her or repelled by her. Either way, I'm stuck on her, like a puzzle piece that won't fit. Highest ranking : #1 artist #7 sunshinexgrumpy #8 enigma #9 school project #13 teen life