It was the beginning of the academic year at Vignesh Sivan High School, and the pressure of 11th grade had everyone running for extra classes. Arjun, the school’s star backet ball 🏀 player, wasn’t particularly fond of books, but his parents had other plans. So, after practice, he started attending the evening tutor sessions.

That’s where he met Preethi—the quiet, intelligent girl with a sharp wit and an even sharper eyeliner game. She always sat in the front row with her friends Saravana, Archana, and Reeka, while Arjun, along with his basket ball buddies Rohith and Jeeva, took the back row, half-listening and half-napping.

Arjun;

A confident, witty basketball player with a sharp tongue and a soft heart. Though born into a family with a controversial reputation, he walks his own path with strength and quiet courage. Arjun hides his vulnerability beneath sarcasm, but his love for Preethi reveals his tender side. He’s fiercely loyal, driven by emotion, and isn’t afraid to challenge the rules when it comes to protecting those he cares about.

Preethi;

Smart, composed, and deeply thoughtful, Preethi is the daughter of a powerful businessman tangled in politics. She often carries the weight of expectations but secretly craves freedom and emotional connection. With Arjun, she finds space to be herself—funny, warm, and open. Her journey is about balancing love and responsibility while finding the strength to stand up for her heart.

Rohith;

The ultimate class clown with unexpected emotional depth. Rohith is the type who keeps the mood light, but notices everything. Underneath his playful jabs is someone deeply caring and quietly reliable. His slow-burn banter-turned-romance with Archana reveals a softer, more thoughtful version of him—one who chooses love even if it means dropping the act.

Archana;

Bold, brilliant, and not one to fall for nonsense, Archana is fiercely protective of her friends—especially Preethi. She’s got a sharp tongue and a sharper mind, never afraid to call someone out. But beneath the strength is a girl afraid of getting hurt. With Rohith, she finds laughter she didn’t expect and safety she didn’t know she needed.

Jeeva;

A walking energy bomb—outgoing, dramatic, and full of heart. Jeeva is the bridge between friend circles, always spreading positivity. He’s loud, yes, but deeply caring and emotionally intuitive. His growing bond with the quiet Reeka helps him mature, revealing a gentler side that values presence over performance.

Reeka;

A calm, observant girl who speaks little but feels deeply. Reeka blends into the background, yet her silence holds oceans. Artistic and introverted, she’s a mystery to many—but not to Jeeva, who sees her light. Their subtle, quiet love story shows how connection doesn’t always need words—it just needs understanding.

Saravana;

Chill. Observant. Wisecracking peacekeeper. A silent supporter and smart guy in the group. He’s Jeeva’s neighbor and knows when to speak, when to stay out. Often offers dry one-liners that hit deep.

At first, they were just classmates. Then came the first twist—during a tutor group activity, Arjun and Preethi were paired up for a science project. What began as awkward small talk slowly turned into stolen glances, shared notes, and moments of laughter over Arjun’s terrible diagrams.

"More details about the other characters will be revealed gradually in the following chapters."

Author pov:"Names are known, faces are framed, and feelings? Yet to bloom."

let the story unfold—one smile, one moment at a time."

To be continued with warm hearts...