My one and only highschool love, has become my husband.

As the dark clouds gathered, casting a gloomy shadow over the unfinished building, the atmosphere seemed to grow heavier, like the impending rain. Two figures stood facing each other, their eyes locked in a piercing gaze. Suddenly, a single raindrop fell, followed by a deluge of water. "Aria, let's break up," Ace said, his voice cold and detached, his face a mask of indifference.

Aria's smile faltered for a moment before she replied, "Ace, stop joking around." But Ace's expression remained unyielding, his eyes boring into hers with an unnerving intensity. Aria's smile began to waver, and she felt a creeping sense of unease.

"Ace, you're joking, right?" she asked again, seeking reassurance. But Ace's response was devoid of humor. "Did I sound like I was joking to you?" he asked, his tone unfriendly.

Aria's heart sank, and she felt a stinging sensation, as if a thousand needles had pierced her heart. She knew Ace well enough to recognize that he wasn't joking. "But why? What happened? Don't you love me anymore? We love each other, don't we?" Aria's voice trembled, her words laced with desperation.

Ace's gaze lingered on hers, his eyes seeming to bore into her very soul. "We do," he said, his voice barely above a whisper. But then, his expression hardened, and he added, "But it was all an act. I don't love you, so stay away from me." The words cut through Aria like a knife, leaving her feeling shattered and broken.

The rain continued to pour down, mingling with Aria's tears as she stood there, frozen in shock and heartache.

Seeing her in tears, Ace's heart ached, his eyes darkening like a cave in the deepest part of the ocean. His hands clenched into fists, his knuckles cracking with tension. "I will come back and make you mine forever," Ace vowed to himself, his determination etched on his face.

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"Aria, why do you like agric class?" Helena asked, curiosity etched on her face.

Aria shrugged. "It's not bad, and it's general, you know? I just enjoy it." Helena nodded, and they continued their conversation, discussing the latest gossip and rumors.

As they walked into their classroom, they noticed a group of girls huddled together, gossiping and giggling. Helena whispered, "Some boys will get angry today." Aria smiled wryly. "They should endure it; aren't they his gang?" Helena chuckled. "You know, every day he shows up, some boys break up with their girlfriends."

Aria nodded in agreement. "You're right. Those aristocratic girls in our school love him, but they can't work up the courage to confess their feelings." Helena's eyes sparkled with excitement as she thought about how those girls seemed to think of themselves as angels.

As they entered the big classroom, they walked past some students sitting in their chairs and took their seats in another row. The student sitting in the last chair beside them was the school's notorious bad boy, and Helena couldn't help but turn to look at him.

The young man sat with his upper back leaning against the chair, his black hair framing his face. The fringes of his hair rested on his forehead, with the rest cascading down his muscular neck. His features were striking: a straight, long nose, thin pink lips, and milky skin that seemed to glow in the classroom light. His long, jade-like eyes were mesmerizing, and his thick eyelashes fluttered occasionally as he gazed at the ceiling. His sharp jawline was set in a determined expression.

The classroom door swung open, and their teacher, Mr. Luciano, walked in, writing "Drainage" on the whiteboard in bold letters. The class settled in for a 35-minute lecture, after which the bell rang, signaling the start of lunch break.

In the cafeteria, Aria and Helena collected their food and sat down at a nearby table. As they ate and chatted, a boy named Reyan walked in, spotting his friends and making his way over to their table.

"Hi, guys! How are you doing?" Reyan asked, his eyes sparkling with warmth. Aria and Helena exchanged a glance before Aria replied, "We're doing well, thanks. You?" Reyan grinned. "I'm bright and shiny like the sun!" Helena raised an eyebrow. "Is it obvious? But it seems there's something we don't know yet."

Reyan shook his head. "Like what?" Helena teased. "You know it yourself; most would say it's because you just met her, that's why you're so bright and full of smiles." Aria chimed in, "Yeah, that's the soul reason – oh, god, love!" Reyan laughed, his eyes crinkling at the corners.

The conversation continued, with Reyan good-naturedly enduring the teasing from his friends. But as the banter continued, Aria and Helena burst into laughter, drawing the attention of the surrounding students. the boy, sitting in front of them, looked on in awe, thinking they were devils in disguise.

Meanwhile, Ace sat at a nearby table, surrounded by his friends. As he glanced over at Aria, he felt a pang of curiosity. Who was this girl who seemed so carefree and full of life? He watched as she laughed and chatted with her friends, her beauty captivating him.

As the school day drew to a close, Aria and Helena made their way out of the school, chatting and laughing together.