Red and shadow

Lyra Everhart and Silas Drayen have one thing in common-they can't stand each other. She's the fiery redhead who dominates the debate team and shines in every group project, while he's the brooding loner who prefers sketching in his notebook over socializing. Their clashes in class are legendary, their insults sharp enough to cut glass, and every encounter leaves a trail of tension in its wake.

But when they're forced to partner up for the school's annual academic showcase, the last thing either of them expects is to see beyond the masks they wear. As deadlines loom and secrets slip through the cracks, Lyra begins to notice the quiet vulnerability behind Silas's dark eyes, while he discovers the insecurities hidden behind her fierce confidence.

Between stolen glances, heated arguments, and late-night study sessions, their hatred begins to blur into something far more dangerous-something neither of them is ready to admit.

In a world where pride is their greatest weapon, will they risk lowering their defenses... or will they let their walls keep them apart forever?

Enemies, secrets, and undeniable chemistry collide in this gripping high school romance about love found in the unlikeliest of places.