Ricky and Nini have been best friends since kindergarten. They've had their ups and downs, but always found a way to stay close. But what neither of them know is that both of them are slowly falling for the other every passing day. ~Inspired by Love, Rosie~ Rating: 14+ Started: 1/15/22 Ended: 8/4/23 Listen, this is the SLOWEST slow burn that ever burned, so bear with me CW: Some characters experience physical violence, but everything is off-screen to avoid triggering someone. Also, there are a few implied innuendos and sex scenes. I will tell you at the top of each chapter when mature scenes occur in case you need/want to skip them :)

Nini Salazar-Roberts should've been excited about East high's annual debate trip (and she was)- until her partner gets sent home and her arch enemy has to take their place.

in which Ricky Bowen and Nini Salazar-Roberts don't like each other. no, really, they have no feelings whatsoever towards each other. but that's not what the public thinks. (or in which ricky and nini are starring in the same tv show and their management thinks a publicity stunt is just what this show needs)

It's common sense not to leave the two alone together unattended. It's common knowledge that Ricky and Nini just don't get along. All Nini wanted was a peaceful and educational experience at the- what was it called again- Weber River. Ricky Bowen? Not so much. The one where, during a Field Trip, Ricky and Nini end up having to share a room together. For two whole weeks. In a cabin in the middle of a forest. In which E.J loses his shirt (purposely), Natalie loses her emotional support hamster (again) and Ms Jenn loses her mind.

in which gina porter joins the football team to impress ej caswell

Nini and her boyfriend move from SLC to LA because of his new job, but Nini isn't keen on living in the city of angels. To take her mind off the move, her boyfriend signs her up for surf lessons with none other than Ricky Bowen. **Rated SEGGGGGSY later on 😏

After Ricky risked it all to sneak out and perform at Nini's fundraiser, she feels the need to say thank you... in her own special way. But what becomes of their friendship when things go just a little too far, and they just can't get enough? 😏😏😏😏

Nini Salazar-Roberts was known as one thing at East High: the head bitch in charge. after her sudden breakup, a slight mental breakdown, and a dare, she sets her sights on her neighbor...none other than Ricky Bowen. Ricky, the sweet skater with a soft side for his younger brother, isn't sure what's piqued his neighbors interest in him lately but he's bound to find out one way or another. (red cheerleader nini is created by @sofsrigo)

nini is a frequent customer at her local starbucks. why wouldn't she be when her barista keeps giving her free drinks? slow burn