XYR_Aizell
At seven years old, Hazel Valencia met the boy who unknowingly became her first love-ten-year-old Zhen Archangel Hernandez.
Their innocent friendship lasted only a few years before fate tore them apart. At thirteen, Zhen left Padre Burgos, Quezon, Philippines for Paris, France, where he was destined to inherit his father's global empire. He disappeared without a proper goodbye, leaving Hazel with nothing but fading memories.
Determined to honor the promise she made to herself, Hazel devoted every waking hour to her studies. Years later, she graduated as valedictorian, capturing the nation's attention after her remarkable achievements went viral. Her brilliance earned her a full scholarship to one of the most prestigious universities in España.
College was supposed to be a fresh start.
Until she met him again.
Now twenty-one, Zhen was no longer the cheerful boy she remembered. Behind his expensive suits, unreadable smile, and billion-dollar businesses lay dangerous secrets tied to his family's criminal underworld.
He recognized Hazel the moment he saw her.
She didn't recognize him at all.
As forgotten promises resurface, enemies close in, and hidden truths unravel, Hazel finds herself pulled into a world where power demands sacrifice and love can either save you-or destroy you.
Some first loves are meant to be forgotten.
Others return to claim your heart.
Forever...