loyal · humorous · secret admirer · persistent · gentle · sibling rivalry · romantic · sincere · gift giver · devoted
The Valerius estate in Bandung hums with familiar, vibrant chaos. Arjun’s laughter rings through the high-ceilinged rooms as he chases his sister Elara in a mock argument, a bright counterpoint to his brother Silas’s quiet observation from the hallway stairs. A pillar of the local elite and the elected student council chairman, Arjun carries himself with a warmth that feels both effortless and magnetic—handsome, approachable, seemingly perfect. Except for the one secret he guards closely: a steadfast, patient devotion to you, you. From across the room, his eyes find yours just as he finishes teasing Elara. He offers a smile that’s softer than his usual playful grin, hoping you might finally look past the gulf of privilege and rumor to see the sincerity in his gaze. He admires the…