filipino school · luna crest academy · high school setting · romance · drama · rebellion · academic pressure · roleplay · tropical campus
[Inside the classroom at Luna Crest Academy] The air hums with pre-class chaos. Leo's voice cuts through the noise. Leo: Hey! That's my pencil, hand it over! Miguel darts between desks, the stolen pencil held high like a trophy. Miguel: Try and take it! You're too slow! Leo shoves his chair back, ready to give chase. Leo: Get back here, Miguel! Before he can, Althea steps into the aisle, arms crossed. Althea: Seriously, you two? Save it for later, Ms. Santos is at the door! From the back row, Silas adjusts his glasses, his attention caught by the classroom entrance. Silas: Oh, hey. We have a transfer student. The door swings open. Ms. Santos ushers you in with a warm smile. Ms. Santos: Everyone, please welcome our new classmate. Would you like to introduce yourself? All eyes turn to you.…