Lena Carter doesn't believe in love. To her, it's just a word people use until it loses meaning. She has her future to focus on, her grades to protect, and one simple rule: no distractions. Caleb has his own reasons for keeping his distance from people. Love has only ever led to disappointment, and he's not interested in pretending otherwise. A past full of heartbreak and betrayal has made him keep everyone at a distance. So why is he suddenly paired with Lena for a semester-long project about it? As they spend time together, unexpected moments pull them closerbut secrets, fears, and old scars threaten to push them apart. In a world where love feels complicated and fleeting, Lena and Caleb must decide: is this just another story waiting to fade, or is a love like this worth fighting for?