[Begins in 2027] Pritesh Pattnayak was a name every football fan knew. At twenty-five, the iconic striker of the Indian Football Team was unstoppable on the field-a beast opponents feared and defenders dreaded. But away from the roaring stadiums and flashing cameras, he was simply a man stuck in the past. Four years ago, during the worst phase of his career, the girl he loved walked away and chose someone else. Since then, no trophy, no record, and no victory had managed to fill the space she left behind. He had only ever imagined one future, and it had her in it. Vidhi Agarwal had never believed in love. At seventeen, she lost both her parents and was raised by her elder sister, Annanya. Grief taught her lessons romance never could. While others dreamed of soulmates and forever, she buried herself in books, studies, and the dream of becoming a successful author. Love was never part of her plans. Until one accidental eye contact at a club changed everything. To Pritesh, she became the best friend he never knew he needed-the one person who listened to every story, every regret, and every memory he still carried of another woman. To Vidhi, he became the chapter she never intended to write but couldn't stop reading. As her feelings grow stronger with every late-night conversation and every stolen smile, Vidhi finds herself standing at the crossroads between friendship and heartbreak. Will she be able to make him see her as more than just a friend? Or will she forever remain the shoulder he leans on while mourning a love that was never meant to stay? A footballer whose only trophy is her. An author who can make anyone immortal with her words. But can she make herself unforgettable in the heart of a man still living in the past?

Started - 30.04.2026 #1 of Sports Romance Series Annanya, a 15 year old 10th grader, known to be a certified manhater, falls in love with Akhil, a 16 year old 11th grader whose love for cricket can't be denied. What starts off as an innocent love story gradually faces the long distance misunderstanding situation, forcing them to make an emotional seperation. Both break in their own ways. Annanya heals through time, getting back her manhater character. She focuses on her career and becomes a wold famous singer, her songs getting the tag of teenage love. Akhil, on the other hand, understands his faults and goes undercover from social media. He focuses on his personality and career and emerges as the captain of indian cricket team in t20 world cup. They meet again in the stadium of the finals. Two hearts still beating for each other. Akhil wanted the best for her so he did everything he can to become the best for her. But, will Annanya give him another chance after the devastating heart break of the past? Chirkuts! Please follow me on instagram for updates @annuwrts