●•I really want to not do this●•

○CHAPTER 1○

Chapter 1: Clash of the Titans

Lucas Smith had always been good at everything he attempted. From academics to extracurricular activities, he excelled effortlessly. His parents, both successful in their own right, expected nothing less than perfection from their only son. They pushed him relentlessly, molding him into what they believed was the "perfect son."

His father, a world-famous ex-basketball player, was now the coach of a highly successful high school basketball team. He saw the potential for greatness in Lucas, and so, he insisted that his son follow in his footsteps. Basketball was the only path he was supposed to excel in.

The truth was, Lucas didn't really like basketball. He had never developed a passion for it, no matter how hard he tried. It was a source of immense stress for him, always striving to meet his parents' expectations.

His mother, on the other hand, was often absent, jet-setting around the world on her "self-care" trips. She left Lucas to navigate the challenges of high school and basketball on his own.

Lucas's disinterest in basketball contrasted sharply with his father's towering legacy. The pressure to excel in the sport was suffocating, and the thought of spending his life on the court filled him with a sense of emptiness.

To make matters more complicated, Lucas had a girlfriend named Fern Caddel, a popular social media influencer and, according to many, the "prettiest" girl in school. She had long wavy brunette hair, hazel eyes, freckles, and a body fit for a model. She was the envy of many girls and the object of desire for many guys.

On paper, Lucas and Fern made the perfect high school power couple. They were both popular and attractive, a match made in teenage heaven. However, Lucas couldn't deny that something was missing in their relationship.

The truth was, he didn't love Fern. Beneath her glamorous exterior, she was narcissistic, overindulged, and egocentric—a spoiled brat. Lucas knew that Fern was using him for clout, just as he was using her to maintain his image as the perfect boyfriend. Their relationship was a facade, a charade they both played for their own benefit.

Lucas's true passion lay elsewhere. He aspired to be a writer, to pen down the stories that swirled in his imagination. The written word was his escape, his sanctuary from the pressures of basketball and the image he was expected to maintain.

Amidst the chaos of his life, Lucas had one loyal friend, Calvin. Calvin was the crazy, stupidly rich, comic relief friend—a stark contrast to Lucas's "perfect" image. He was also on the basketball team, and despite their friendship, Lucas couldn't help but feel that Calvin was using him, just like others. Still, he valued Calvin's companionship.

One fateful Friday morning, Lucas found himself in the usual chaos of getting ready for school. He and his driver picked up Fern, who embarked on one of her lengthy rants about her ex-boyfriend dating someone new. Lucas nodded and pretended to listen, but his mind was elsewhere.

Fern's obsession with her ex and her drama was exhausting, and Lucas often wondered why he stayed in the relationship. As they arrived at school, Fern decided to skip the first period to gossip with her friends, leaving Lucas to fend for himself.

With a sigh of relief, Lucas made his way to his first class, eager to escape the drama. As he walked down the hallway, he spotted Calvin, who seemed unusually excited.

"Hey, dude, have you heard?!" Calvin exclaimed, his enthusiasm infectious.

Lucas, still lost in his thoughts, replied, "Heard what?"

"Come on, man, it's big news!" Calvin grinned.

Lucas rolled his eyes. "Just spill it, Calvin."

"Okay, okay, here it is. We're getting a new student today, and get this—he's from Heartehigh!" Calvin's excitement was palpable.

Lucas raised an eyebrow, unimpressed. "And? What's so special about that?"

Calvin leaned in closer, a mischievous glint in his eye. "Dude, Heartehigh is known for having the hottest and thickest babes. I'm talking top-tier eye candy!"

Lucas couldn't help but chuckle at Calvin's antics. "You're unbelievable, Calvin."

"Just wait, man. You'll see," Calvin said with a wink.

Lucas glanced at the clock in the hallway and realized he was running late for class. He couldn't afford to miss it; his reputation as the "perfect son" was at stake.

As he hurried down the hallway, his thoughts returned to the looming pressure of basketball, his dispassionate relationship with Fern, and the elusive dream of becoming a writer. Little did he know that the arrival of a new student from Heartehigh would soon turn his world upside down, leading him on a journey filled with unexpected twists, laughter, and the discovery of his true self

An: umm hi this is the first story I've ever written and published I would really appreciate it if you could tell me suggestions and stuff.

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