She fell first and he fell harder

Kiel Andrei Alvarez was the kind of student people noticed without him trying. Tall, mestizo, and quietly handsome, he carried himself with an effortless humility that made him even more appealing. Despite being born into luxury, Andrei remained grounded-focused, disciplined, and known for his sharp mind. On campus, his name was often whispered with admiration. A varsity basketball player with undeniable talent, he played the sport with confidence and skill, earning both respect and attention wherever he went.

Wayne Ashley Arceta, on the other hand, was admired for different reasons. Intelligent and composed, she came from a life of comfort too, yet valued hard work and independence above all else. She wasn't one to be easily impressed, but somehow, Andrei caught her attention. At first, it was subtle-just a passing curiosity. After all, he was merely her brother's friend. But as time passed, Ashely found herself noticing him more than she expected, unaware that this quiet admiration would soon change the rhythm of her carefully ordered world.