status: under major revision All Meona ever wanted was to save her older sibling and bring back the warmth their family once had. She believed that if she worked hard enough, everything would eventually fall back into place. But when the very person meant to protect that warmth becomes the reason she's slowly breaking apart, Meona begins to question everything she once believed in. Then Rafael enters her life, quietly changing the way she sees love, sacrifice, and herself. But as truths she never expected begin to surface, one question remains-will Meona finally find the courage to face them, or will they consume her first? disclaimer: this story contains heavy and sensitive themes that may be uncomfortable for some readers. please read with caution and feel free to skip this story if the topics are distressing to you. kindly be respectful and gentle when discussing sensitive matters related to the story. thank you.

"Just wait for me, baby. I'm going to seduce you, and you will fall for me harder and faster!" -Marjorie, a playful girl who always gets her way, met Ken, who was both cute and charming. After feeling attracted to him, she does everything to make him hers. Yet, all she receives is a ticket to become his best friend. Marjorie, unable to accept defeat, vows to herself that no matter how long it takes, she will make him fall in love with her. Will she be able to win over a man with a woman's heart? Or she will end up with unrequited love?