Pain That Lies Within

Calliope Chanzelle Añonuevo been admiring Arden Cire Rubejes in their freshman year of high school. He was also her academic rival, a consistent top of their class.

The following year, their path diverged, different classes. Yet, Calliope's feelings for Arden didn't fade. She tried to convince herself that it was just infatuation, fueled by academic rivalry.

But, how could it be mere infatuation when her admiration had bloomed and endured for over a years even the absence of his physical presence?