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cliche college cute firstlove shortstory

RILEY.

She has always been her class' 'The Quiet One'; the girl who likes to read alone in the abandoned corner of the school and who never makes as many friends as an average teenage girl would. But Riley is where she belongs. She learned to be content of where she is and to be satisfied with what she has.  

ADRIAN.

He is happy too. Or at least that is how he looks to most people. He always smiles, brings laughter to everyone he knows, is the best student a school could ever wish for and appears to have a very fun-filled, perfect life. But Adrian's smile is masking something he hates about himself; something he struggles to forget everyday.  

When Adrian and Riley's paths cross, a special bond forms in between the two as they create their own meaning of first love. But with Adrian's inner struggle screaming inside of him, will this bond help them get to where they want to be or act as a barrier that Adrian has to take down without Riley?All Rights Reserved

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The quiet before the storm. by lorvy_nn

°•♧The quiet before the storm♧•° by @lorvy_nn. tt:marcel_xzs. "She was the most precious thing my eyes had ever witness,she was like a butterfly gentle and delicate and i was gonna do everything to protect her". ꒷꒦︶꒷꒦︶ ๋ ࣭ ⭑꒷꒦꒷꒦︶꒷꒦︶ ๋ ࣭ ⭑꒷꒦ Avery Hart is an 18-year-old college freshman with big dreams of becoming a lawyer. Sweet, kind-hearted, and determined, she always sees the best in people, which makes her lovable but also vulnerable. Avery enjoys volleyball, surfing, and reading, using surfing as an emotional escape. She's in a relationship with Diego Martinez, captain of the rugby team who has a perfect,sweet and open relationship. in her apartment, Avery navigates college life, betrayal, and new friendships while unexpectedly crossing paths with Adrian Ryde, a charming yet mysterious figure. Her journey is one of growth, self-discovery, and balancing her aspirations with the complexities of love and trust. Here's a revised description of Adrian, focusing on his cold demeanor towards others and how he feels differently about Avery: Adrian Ryde is the kind of guy people notice, but no one truly knows. He's charming when he wants to be, with an easy smile and an air of confidence that makes him the center of attention in almost any room. But while others might see him as a socialite or someone who just fits in effortlessly, those who get closer quickly realize that Adrian keeps everyone at arm's length. He's cold, distant, and always seems to be holding something back. Adrian doesn't care to form close connections with people, and his emotional walls are as solid as they come. He's the kind of guy who stays calm, collected, and rarely lets anyone see beneath the surface. He's fine with people admiring him from a distance, but he doesn't let anyone get too close. That is, until he meets Avery. There's something about her that gets under Adrian's skin in ways he can't explain.

The one that stole his heart by merari503

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An Olive Green Sweater by KateBurton2004

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Love In The Mall by VioletHersheyJenkin

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Tangled Hearts by RennyTee

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The quiet before the storm.

°•♧The quiet before the storm♧•° by @lorvy_nn. tt:marcel_xzs. "She was the most precious thing my eyes had ever witness,she was like a butterfly gentle and delicate and i was gonna do everything to protect her". ꒷꒦︶꒷꒦︶ ๋ ࣭ ⭑꒷꒦꒷꒦︶꒷꒦︶ ๋ ࣭ ⭑꒷꒦ Avery Hart is an 18-year-old college freshman with big dreams of becoming a lawyer. Sweet, kind-hearted, and determined, she always sees the best in people, which makes her lovable but also vulnerable. Avery enjoys volleyball, surfing, and reading, using surfing as an emotional escape. She's in a relationship with Diego Martinez, captain of the rugby team who has a perfect,sweet and open relationship. in her apartment, Avery navigates college life, betrayal, and new friendships while unexpectedly crossing paths with Adrian Ryde, a charming yet mysterious figure. Her journey is one of growth, self-discovery, and balancing her aspirations with the complexities of love and trust. Here's a revised description of Adrian, focusing on his cold demeanor towards others and how he feels differently about Avery: Adrian Ryde is the kind of guy people notice, but no one truly knows. He's charming when he wants to be, with an easy smile and an air of confidence that makes him the center of attention in almost any room. But while others might see him as a socialite or someone who just fits in effortlessly, those who get closer quickly realize that Adrian keeps everyone at arm's length. He's cold, distant, and always seems to be holding something back. Adrian doesn't care to form close connections with people, and his emotional walls are as solid as they come. He's the kind of guy who stays calm, collected, and rarely lets anyone see beneath the surface. He's fine with people admiring him from a distance, but he doesn't let anyone get too close. That is, until he meets Avery. There's something about her that gets under Adrian's skin in ways he can't explain.