In the sleepy town of Fram Hill, a skeptical loner with a troubled past, Ray Carter, crosses paths with Lily "The Stiff" McQueen, an outsider eager to carve her place in the social scene. 

Their story begins with a classic meet-cute, but a wild night of partying and a shocking twist in the school’s popularity poll, "The List", ignite an unexpected connection neither saw coming.

Ray, a rebel itching to escape his family’s legacy, finds himself drawn to Lily’s quiet strength, though she’s got eyes for his best friend. Lily, frustrated by Ray’s arrogance, can’t deny his persistence, sparking a tense push-and-pull dynamic. 

As high school drama, family pressures, and personal ambitions collide, a sudden tragedy forces them to confront their feelings and rely on each other.

With doubts simmering and their pasts casting long shadows, will Ray and Lily find the courage to save each other and build something real?



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Chapter 1 - Dedication