It all started with a single debate. What was supposed to be just another classroom argument became the moment that changed everything. From that day on, Mael Latrinno could no longer see his classmate, Zeldris Villarosa, the same way he once did. Behind Zeldris' composed words and unreadable expression was someone far more complicated than Mael had ever imagined. As their paths continue to cross, curiosity slowly turns into understanding, and understanding into feelings neither of them expected. But some people are harder to read than they seem, and some truths are buried too deeply to be uncovered without consequences. Sometimes, all it takes is one debate to change the way you see a person-and perhaps, the course of your own heart.

I have everything that I could ever wish for. The looks, brains, talents, you name it. I was always at the top of my class since I entered highschool and also, the golden child. I prioritized my studies before anything else─I've never thought of myself failing at the only thing I'm really good at. Academics. Everything was normal, not until a transferee student entered my class. Not long after he transferred, he replaced me as the top of our class. He shined brighter than me and for once, I finally felt like I'm being challenged. He eventually became my rival when it came to academics. We we're constantly knocking heads and we always compete for the top spot. We hated each other. But, is it just me or I'm the only one who thinks this is more than just rivalry?