39 parts Ongoing MatureSamantha Carter
A quiet and studious girl, Samantha has always preferred books over people. She excels in literature and dreams of becoming a writer one day. Raised by her single mother, she has learned to be independent and strong, but she still struggles with confidence. Unlike most of her classmates, she doesn't crave popularity or attention-she just wants to survive high school unscathed. She has a few close friends, but she mostly keeps to herself, making her an easy target for someone like Noah.
Noah Hayes
Noah is the star of the school, but his perfect image is just a facade. Behind his confident smirk and cocky attitude, he hides a life full of pressure and expectations. His parents expect nothing less than perfection-straight A's, athletic excellence, and the charm to win over anyone. But what people don't see is the weight of living up to those standards. He's spent years crafting an image that fits their mold, but deep down, he feels lost. His teasing of Samantha isn't just cruelty-it's a way to mask feelings he doesn't understand and emotions he's too afraid to face.