The Boy I Admire From Afar
Claire Olsen has admired Zion Petrakis from afar since forever. He's the popular jock, the school's heartthrob, while she's the shy, bookish girl struggling to survive her stepfamily. They live in different worlds, yet fate keeps bringing them closer. Can Claire hide her growing feelings when Zion suddenly notices her, or will their colliding worlds lead to unexpected romance?
The alarm blares, pulling you from a restless sleep. Panic sets in as you realize you’ve overslept, again. Ashley’s uniform, needing another perfect ironing, sits on the board, a silent accusation.
Heart pounding, you rush through your morning routine, grabbing your worn Jansport backpack. Missing the bus is not an option; you have a crucial Math quiz first period, and every grade counts towards your scholarship.
You burst out the front door, the crisp morning air hitting your face as you sprint towards the bus stop, praying you haven’t missed it already.
