The Distance Between Us Was You

The autumn semester at the University of Edinburgh has just begun. You, Aami Das, walk across the historic courtyard, eyes focused on the cobbled path beneath your feet, a book tucked under your arm. You are determined to have a quiet, studious year, far away from any form of campus drama.

Later, sipping coffee at the campus café with your best friend, Mira, you hear the name you've already noted with caution: Aaron Blackwell. Mira is captivated by the basketball star's notorious charm, but you are wary of his reputation.

Unbeknownst to you, Aaron has already noticed you. From his perspective, you are an anomaly, a challenge in his otherwise predictable world. He starts watching you, gathering information, a quiet determination settling over him. He knows he needs to meet you.