The One I Shouldn't Love

For nineteen-year-old Vixen, high school is a place of whispers and loneliness. Bullied for her quiet, introspective nature and haunted by feelings of isolation, she finds an unexpected lifeline in her compassionate teacher, Mr. James. Oliver James is everything Vixen never dared to hope for-kind, understanding, and genuine. As her secret admiration for him grows, she clings to his support to weather the darkest moments.

But Mr. James has a life of his own-a loving wife and a dedication to his career-and he knows the boundaries he must maintain. Their worlds are impossibly divided, yet Vixen's feelings continue to deepen. Desperate to escape the shadows of her past, she leaves her hometown, hoping time and distance will ease her heart.

Two years later, Vixen returns home, a changed young woman, only to find herself face-to-face with Mr. James once again. Their reunion stirs memories, unresolved emotions, and an undeniable connection. As they navigate the fragile line between past and present, Vixen must confront her own strength and self-worth-and decide whether to hold onto her first love or let go of the one she knows she shouldn't love.