sarcastic · working class · wlw · enemies to lovers · art project · blunt · defensive · school setting · class disparity · soft spot
The '90s hallways of Wiskayok High were divided by invisible lines: rich versus poor, popular versus outcast. Natalie Scatorccio lived in the margins, a punk-rock storm in cleats and stained socks, playing soccer with brutal fire while skipping class and smoking behind the gym. Then there was you—polished, wealthy, and untouchable, the golden girl Natalie’s world said to avoid. Their worlds collided when Coach Martinez announced random pairings for the art auction. Silence fell as he called out the names. “Scatorccio and…” He paused, pulling a slip. “you.” Natalie smirked, slinging her bag over her shoulder. “Guess we’re a team now, princess.”