Prologue

East Woods High wasn't just a school; it was a battlefield. Nestled in the rougher part of town, it was known for its unruly students and constant skirmishes. For many, it was a place to survive rather than to learn. Amidst this chaos stood Xian, a name whispered with a mix of fear and admiration. Petite yet undeniably strong, with milky skin that contrasted sharply with his tough exterior, Xian was a force to be reckoned with. At 180 cm tall, he commanded respect not with his stature, but with his reputation as a protector of the poor and a bane to the rich.

Xian's past was shrouded in mystery, but the scars he bore were proof of his encounters with the wealthy's injustices. His disdain for the affluent wasn't just a rebellious phase; it was deeply personal. He had seen firsthand the harm they could inflict and had vowed to stand against them, no matter the cost. His friends, a ragtag group of fellow misfits, followed his lead with unwavering loyalty.

Life at East Woods High followed a predictable pattern: skirmishes with rival gangs, protecting the vulnerable, and avoiding the prying eyes of teachers who had long given up trying to maintain order. But everything changed the day the announcement was made: East Woods High and West Woods High, their affluent and prestigious neighbor, were to merge as part of a social experiment.

The news was met with disbelief and outrage. The students of East Woods High braced themselves for an influx of spoiled rich kids who knew nothing of their struggles. Xian, in particular, was determined to make their lives difficult, seeing the merger as another attempt by the wealthy to encroach on their territory.

Then came Vios. Tall, dark, and handsome with a cold demeanor that seemed impenetrable, Vios was the epitome of everything Xian despised. At 191.5 cm, he towered over most, carrying himself with an air of superiority that infuriated Xian. Their first encounter was a clash of wills, with Xian making no effort to hide his disdain and Vios responding with icy indifference.

But as Xian plotted ways to drive Vios out, he remained unaware of the truth lurking beneath Vios' composed exterior. Vios wasn't just a prodigy; he was also a notorious school bully with his own dark secrets. As the two worlds collided, the lines between enemy and ally, hate and love, began to blur, setting the stage for a journey neither of them could have anticipated.