Called sugar, Lived bitter (On Hold)

*Synopsis*

Meet Trisha Louise Lockwood, a girl who's had enough of her bad reputation. Despite her challenging family situation, she's determined to change and start fresh. But little does she know, her life is about to take a dramatic turn when she meets Tobias Melvin. He's got a nickname for her - "Sugar" - that belies the bitter truth of her existence. As they grow closer, Trisha finds herself drawn to Tobias in ways she never thought possible. But can he really see beyond her façade? Or will their relationship be the very thing that destroys her?

*Sneak Preview*

Tobias' words are like a challenge, smooth and confident. "Now tell me the real reason you changed your hair." I feel my throat dry out as I shake my head, unable to speak. The silence between us is palpable, and I feel vulnerable, like I'm stripped bare. "I can't tell you," I whisper, breaking the silence. My eyes prick with tears, but I refuse to let them fall.

Tobias drops his cigarette and approaches me, his chest almost touching mine. My heart hammers in my chest, and I'm sure he can hear it too. He leans in, his warm breath tickling my ear. "Come on, Sugar, you can tell me." His voice sends shivers down my spine, and I feel every hair on the back of my neck stand up.

I whisper, "Why do you call me that?" He leans back, his eyes locked on mine. "When something is bitter, what do you do?" he asks, his lips curling into a smirk. "You add sugar because it sweetens it up perfectly." His eyes flicker between my lips and eyes, and I feel like my heart is going to burst.

"I strongly believe if you enter someone's life, you'll sweeten it up completely," Tobias whispers, his breathing shallow. His eyes are trained on my lips, and I feel a flutter in my chest. "Do you need sugar in your life?" I ask bravely, my voice trembling. He takes a moment to respond, but his answer leaves me breathless:

"You know I do."