Author's note

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With the author's note concluded, it's time to return to the captivating narrative that lies ahead.

The first light of dawn crept through the curtains, casting soft, golden rays across the room, the sound of bird chirping and the comforting aroma of the coffee wafted through the air, mingling with the smell of the pancakes. A cat lazily stretched in a patch of sunlight, its eyes half-closed, soaking in the warmth. And someone was sleeping like a dead mouse, blissfully unaware of the chaos around her, until a tight slap on her butt sent her leaping from the bed like a startled jackrabbit, eyes wide and hair a complete disaster.

Mrs. Chen: “wake up, you rotten egg!” **

 she shouted, hands on her hips. “don’t you know what time it is? “Her voice cut through the sleepy haze, mixing urgency with a dash of expiration as she stood beside the bed, waiting for a respond**

“Ahh, my butt!”

came a muffled complaint from the bed, the sleepy voice barely breaking through the layers of the blankets.

“Momm!, five more minutes, please! “The plea was laced with the kind of desperation only a cozy bed could inspire, as turns away, trying to reclaim her precious dreams

Mrs. Chen: “Hey Yuri! Wake up! You are going to be late for your flight! “Mom said, snatching the blanket away “what the hell? You smell like a rotten egg! “Mom exclaimed, scrunching her face in disgust.

She waved her hand in front of her nose as if trying to ward off the odor

“Momm!!! “She shouted, her voice a mix of

frustration and disbelief. She flung her arms over her head in a dramatic plea, her sleepless battling with the urgency of the morning as she buried her face** in the pillow\, Wishing for a few more minutes of peace. She sat up\, groaning\, “can’t**** anybody let me sleep? “Annoyance tinged her voice as she shuffled****

towards the bathroom, determined to wash away the remnants of sleep and face the day.

wait! wait! You must be confused right now , but let me explain. The mother is waking up her 19-year-old daughter, Yuri Chen, who is a unique individual, possessing both strengths and weaknesses. Yuri is a multifaceted person, prone to clumsiness, ambivert, and possesses a desire to face challenges head-on. She has a strong will to be independent and has secured a scholarship to her studies in the United States to continue her studies, and without further delay, let's dive back into the story...

After her morning routine, she descended the stairs, fully dressed for her journey, and turned to her mom and asked her “Mom, am I going to the airport with the driver, or will you and Dad be taking me?" she asked, her excitement bubbling over.

Mrs. Chen smiled warmly and said, "Oh Dear, you’re going with us! Your dad will drive you to the airport."

With a warm smile, Mr. Chen walked toward them, coffee in hand, and gently asked, "Have you packed up your things, my little princess?"

"Yuri said with a wide smile,

'I’m all set and ready to go!”

Mrs. Chen said, "Yuri, take care, dear. Don’t get sick! Try to eat your lunch on time and focus on your work—don’t get distracted by unnecessary things."

As she offered her advice, she caught a glimpse of her husband sneaking sugar into his coffee.

With a playful smirk, she exclaimed in a stern and commanding tone, Mrs. Chen firmly addressed her husband “hey Mr.., if you continue to disregard your health in this manner, leading to an early onset of heart stroke, you! diabetes patient ! mark my words, I will remarry with haste and twerk on your grave without compunction!

Yuri Chen’s lips curled into an amused smile upon witnessing her parents engaged in their familiar banter. The spectacle of their harmless bickering served as a source of light-heartedness and comfort, a routine that brought a sense of normalcy to their daily lives

As Mr. and Mrs. Chen continue their good-natured squabble, their argument was abruptly interrupted by their daughter’s smoothing voice, gently imploring,

“That’s enough, you two. “With a mixture of resignation and affection, they smiled sheepishly and ceased their banter, turning their attention towards their daughter

*****Time skip*****

During the journey to the airport, Yuri’s mind was consumed by a maelstrom of thought, her anxieties and fear about the unknown future begging to take hold. The prospect of her impending departure sent her emotion into a tailspin, her anxieties mounting as she gripped with the uncertainly that loomed ahead. Despite her anxieties, Yuri made a concerted effort to stay positive. She refused to let her fears overcome, determined to stay hopeful about the adventures that lay ahead"

"Yuri's thoughts were suddenly interrupted by the sound of her father's voice calling out to her. She snapped out of her reverie and realized that they had indeed arrived at the airport. Her parents were now standing before her, their faces a mixture of sadness and pride as they prepared to bid her farewell. The moment had finally come for her to embark on her journey, and she knew that she was about to step into a new chapter of her life."

"The family had finally arrived at the airport, and the reality of the impending separation began to sink in. They were now standing in front of the airport terminal, surrounded by other families preparing to send off their loved ones. The sound of rolling luggage and quiet conversations filled the air, adding to the sense of anticipation and melancholy. The journey was coming to an end, and a moment of transition was upon them."

"The family had finally arrived at the airport, and the reality of the impending separation began to sink in. They were now standing in front of the airport terminal, surrounded by other families preparing to send off their loved ones. The sound of rolling luggage and quiet conversations filled the air, adding to the sense of anticipation and melancholy. The journey was coming to an end, and a moment of transition was upon them."

"Yuri chuckled at her mother's teary-eyed reaction and gently teased her. 'Oh, mama, you're such a crybaby,' she said with a mixture of affection and humor. 'Please don't cry or I'll start crying too.' The lighthearted exchange served as a momentary distraction from the sadness of the farewell, and for a brief moment, the family shared a lighthearted moment amidst the emotional farewell."

"Mr. Chen, with a mixture of excitement and sadness, echoed his wife's sentiment. 'Alright, alright,' he said, his voice betraying a hint of emotion. 'Let's take a family photo before you go.' The family gathered together, their arms around each other, trying to capture one last memory before Yuri's departure."

"Mr. Chen, despite being the most emotional person in the family, tried to maintain his composure and offer comfort to his wife and daughter. He pulled his wife closer and gently patted her shoulder, offering silent reassurance. Then, he turned to Yuri and patted her head, his usually cheerful smile barely masking the sorrow in his eyes."

"Yuri watched as her family waved goodbye, their smiling faces a juxtaposition to the tightness in her chest. With a heavy heart, she turned and walked through the airport doors, leaving behind the familiar embrace of her family as she prepared to embark on her new journey."

"As Mr. Chen watched his daughter disappear into the airport, the thought of living without her suddenly hit him. Although Yuri had grown up into a young woman, he still saw the little girl who used to throw tantrums and cling to him for comfort. The realization that she would now be far away from him filled him with both pride and sorrow."

"Mr. Chen chuckled awkwardly, the tough exterior he had put up for Yuri's sake now cracking. With a hint of self-deprecation, he spoke, 'Well, you can't fault a father for trying to be strong, can you?" But as soon as Yuri walked through those airport doors, all that composure just flew out the window. The weight of his daughter's departure now fully sinking in, he confessed, "I guess I'm not as tough as I thought I was."

Mr. Chen, trying to lighten the mood, said, "Alright, alright, let's all stop this now and head home." He gave Mrs. Chen a reassuring pat on the back, signaling that it was time to leave. The weight of their daughter's departure was still hanging in the air, but the family knew they had to start their journey back to their own home.

****************************************************-

Yuri searched for her assigned seat number, her eyes darting back and forth as she

counted the rows. ‘Seat 27B, Seat27B…where is it?’ she muttered to herself, her fingers tracing the seat numbers on the aisle side of each row. Finally, she found the elusive seat 27B and sigh in both relief and disappointment, knowing she would be spending the next few hours in a middle row.

Yuri settles herself into her middle seat, the disappointment of not getting the window seat still lingering on her face. The thought of not being able to watch the passing landscapes or graze out at the clouds below was a small, yet significant loss in her mind. She adjusted herself, trying to find a comfortable position, and resigned herself the long, viewless flight.

The lady sitting on the window seat noticing Yuri’s expression, chuckled slightly and

questioned, kindly, you seem a bit down, everything alright?”

Yuri unable to articulate her disappointment, softly nods her head in response. The lady,

sensing Yuri’s silent wish, offers generously, “So, this is your first time flying, correct?” A node from Yuri confirms the lady’s assumption. The lady smiles and adds, “would you like my window seat?”.

Yuri, surprised by the lady’s offer, nods in response to her question. she replies,

feeling grateful for the kind gesture “I have never been on a airplane before, so

I was kind of hoping to have a window seat and see the view.”

After the conversation, the lady and Yuri agree to exchange their seats, and they switch places. The lady sits down on the aisle, content with her decision, while Yuri

takes the window seat, her earlier disappointment now replaces with a sense of

anticipation.

Yuri, feeling grateful for the lady’s kindness, smiled warmly and expressed her thanks, “Thank you so much Miss “.

The lady sitting next to her in the aisle seat smiled and responded, “You’re welcome, and

feel free to call me Zara. And what about you what’s your name?” Yuri smiled and replied “I am Yuri “

Zara chuckled pleasantly at Yuri’s response. “Ah, Yuri, “she repeated, rolling the

name on her tongue. “A lovely name indeed”.

A moment later

Zara glances at Yuri, curious about her destination. She leaned closer, her head

tilting curiously, asked, “Excuse me, if you don’t mind me asking, where are you heading? And by the way, you look quite Asian, am I correct?”

Yuri replied, her voice tinged with enthusiasm as she shared more about herself. “Yes, I am Chinese, and I’m making my way to America as I have been fortuned enough to receive a scholarship for my studies over there.”

Zara's eyes widened in surprise and admiration. “A scholarship, you say? Congratulation!

That’s quite an achievement. You must have worked really hard to earn that.”

She smiled and expressed her support, well Good luck over there, Yuri. I’m sure you’ll do great in your studies in America with such determination.”

On the other side of America, as the bike race continued, the competition got intense.

However, in a dramatic turn of events, one biker finally crossed the finish line and claimed first place, making a significant moment in the race. The crowd erupted in applause, their voices filled with excitement and admiration for the winner’s skillful performance.

The victorious bike racer parked his bike and as the roar of the engine faded, he swung

his leg over the bike with a practiced ease and dramatically removes his

helpmate, revealing his face. Angular and ruggedly handsome, his deep

captivating brown eyes scanned the surroundings, taking in every detail with an

air of chill confidence and an unmistakable, the crowd erupted into cheers and

applause. The girls in the audience went wild, their screams filling the air as

they longed for the winner’s attention. the race, not missing a beat,

confidently raised his hand high in the air and waved to the adoring fans, his charming smile sent the crowd into an even louder frenzy.

The victorious athlete headed inside after the race, surrounded by friends who patted him on the back and congratulated him on his impressive win. As he walked, his phone

rang with a familiar jiggle, signaling an incoming call from his mother.

The victor slightly taken aback by his mother call, answered the phone and was met with

her scolding voice. “Hey, you ungrateful brat, do you even know what time it is? You’ve forgotten that you have to pick your sister from the airport, haven't** you**!”

The racer tried to protest, his voice tinged with disappointment, “But Mom, I can’t today. I have plans with my friends please understand”

The mother’s response was firm and unyielding, her voice filled with anger. “Don’t

even think about disobeying me! If you don’t go pick up your sister, I swear I’ll throw away your precious bike and disown you!”

The racer, concerned for his beloved bike, made one last plea. “Please, mom, don’t throw

away my bike. I can’t live without my baby. I promise I’ll go pick my sister right away.”

The mother, hearing her son’s plea, couldn’t help but smile. You better should, “she

affirmed, still maintaining a firm tone. “And make sure you’re punctual. Your sister can’t wait forever.”

The victorious racer turned to his friends with an apologetic expression, “sorry guys, I have to bail on our plans. Family matters take precedence, you know?”

Now meet Zane Agerest, aged 20, is the epitome of a bad boy bully. With a tough

exterior, he exuded an air of confidence and superiority, relishing in the power he held over others. Always sporting a smug smirk, he loved stirring up trouble and making life difficult for those weaker than him. Despite his tough and dominating persona, Zane harbors a secret fear: his own mother. The only person capable of bringing him to heel, she is the only one who can make him feel truly vulnerable and frightened, something that rarely shows to others”.

Time skipped the plane landed and Yuri and Zara stepped out of the airport together,

continuing their conversation. Suddenly, Zara’s phone rang, and she picked up.

After a brief exchange, Zara informed Yuri that her brother had arrived to pick her up. She kindly offered Yuri a ride, but Yuri declined, explaining that she had shopping plans to tend to.

“Okay, then, ‘Zara said, a slight sadness in her voice, “See you around. “Yuri smiled in return. “Yeah, see you “

With farewells exchanged and pleasantries extended, Zara and Yuri reluctantly parted ways.

As His sister neared her brother’s car, Zane, parked by the curb, spotted her

approaching. He leaned against the car, his arms crossed, with a mix of

**annoyance and resignation etched on his face. **

On the other side

Zane spotted his sister, being visibly irritated, called out to his sister, his tone

laced with sarcasm. “Hey there, princess potato! “He jeered. “Come on, hurry up! because of you I have to cancel my plan with my friends”.

His sister replied “I am walking as fast as I can! do you even know how hard it is to walk

wearing heels Mr. Perfectly Imperfect”

Zane snicked at his sister’s struggle, his smirk growing wider. “Oh, of course, “he

taunted, “Walking fast in heels must be quite challenging for a potato. Should I bring a wheel chair for you, maybe?”

They continued to quarrel

Despite their bickering his sister got a phone call and while she was engrossed in her

phone call, Zane’s attention diverted to the sound of a sweet-sounding voice.

Turning around, he discovered a girl helping an elderly lady pick up her mobility stick. Her long black hair, lovely smile, and mesmerizing brown eyes captives him, leaving him unable to tear his gaze away. However, Zane’s moment of intrigue was disrupted by his sister’s voice calling him, signaling the time to leave.

As Zane grudgingly tore his attention away from the captivating girl and turned towards

his car, he couldn’t help but allow the image of her to linger in his mind throughout the entire drive home. The memory of her lingered like a sweet aftertaste, refusing to be purged from his thoughts.

His mind fixated on the girl he had encountered, Zane couldn't resist replaying the image of her in his head. He recalled her captivating brown eyes, framed by her long, lustrous black hair, as he navigated the road. The drive became a journey not just to his destination, but also to the realm of his imagination, where the girl continued to captivate his thoughts.

***************

Yuri arrived at her dormitory, feeling excited to finally see her new living space.

She made her way to greet the owner of the dorm, hoping to get acquainted with her landlord and familiarize herself with the place. Yuri met the landlord and was shown to her room. The landlord then introduced Yuri to her two new roommates. Both girls were already settled in and greeted Yuri with warm smiles

As the landlord departed, Zoe eagerly approached Yuri, her eyes gleaming with enthusiasm. She extended a warm smile and introduced herself with youthful energy. “Hey there! “She chirped; her voice laced with excitement.

**** “I am Zoe\, and this is Makenzie “**

Makenzie, standing next to Zoe, exuded a different energy altogether. Her fiery gaze and nonchalant attitude suggested a tough demeanor. She observed Yuri with a hint of skepticism, her arm crossed and her expression stoic, as if she were to give as good as she got. Makenzie, still maintaining her slightly aloof stance, broke into a smile as she spoke to Yuri. Her fiery eyes seemed to soften, and her crossed arms relaxed a bit.

** “Its nice to meet you\, “she said in a warmer**tone than before.”

** “I am Makenzie\, but you can call me Kenz”**

Zoe turned back to Yuri; her voice filled with genuine anticipation. “I have a feeling

we’re going to be absolutely sensational friends, “she declared.On the other side, Zane’s family was assembled in the family hall, eagerly awaiting his sister’s return from France. His mother, her voice filled with dramatic emotion, showed her daughter with affectionate praise as soon as she entered.

“Oh darling, I’ve missed you so much!” She exclaimed, a hint of exaggeration in her

tone. “The house felt so empty without you. I’ve been so lonely here! You know

why” she continued her dramatic performance, her voice filled with exaggerated despair. “Your brother is barely ever here, “she lamented. “He’s always out with his friends. And as for your father, he is constantly buried in work. I fear he might be cheating on me “Zane's father was taken aback by his wife’s insinuations and accidentally choked on his tea. He was visibly shocked, his eyes widening in incredulity. “What are you saying? You think I’m unfaithful? “He sputtered, his voice filled with a mix of surprise and disbelief.

Mrs.Agerest replied “what else could it be?”

Mr. Agerest reported “Are you pregnant or something? What’s with all these mood swings about?”

His wife shot back, “Well, Mr. Old Fart, as you get older, you have become more shameless!”

The father responded, “hey, look who’s talking! You, the grumpy granny”

The argument between Zane’s parents was suddenly interrupted by Zara, who firmly sidelight, “that’s enough. Can you two please stop arguing?”

As the silence settled, Zane entered through the door, curious about the commotion. He asked, Hey, what’s all this fuss about?” Zara said “nothing they were just quarreling”

Zane chuckled faintly and explained, “it’s just their usual squabbling. They seem to find pleasure in bickering and arguing with one another.”

Suddenly, Leo and Ryan Zane’s friends, burst through the door, both of them eager to

congratulate Zane on his victory in the race. They shouted in unison, “Hey Zane! We heard about your win, man! Congrats, now where is the treat. ”

Zane playfully responded, a cocky grin on his face, “oh, my friends, you know I am the best at everything. And that treat…”

He paused for a moment, building suspense before finally revealing, “Well…there is no treat.”

Leo replied “Bro! you are being too stingy, right Ryan!” he turned to look at Ryan, he couldn’t believe what he was witnessing. His friend was attempting to flirt with Zara, and the cheesy pickup lines he was using was absolutely

cringeworthy.

Ryan:” hey! if you were a vegetable, you would be a cute-cumber.”

Leo rolls his eyes and silently facepalm and muttered to himself. “Seriously, man? ‘If you were a vegetable, you’d be a cute-cumber’? What kind of lame line is that?” Zane growing more frustrated with Ryan’s constant flirting, couldn’t help but react.

He swiftly smacked the back of Ryan’s head, causing the latter to wince in surprise. Seeing the opportunity, Leo seized the moment and firmly grabbed onto Ryan’s ear, pulling him along forcefully towards Zane’s room.

With a cheeky grin, Ryan exclaimed, “My Juliet, wait for your Romeo! I promise I’ll be back soon!”

Zara couldn’t help but smile awkwardly at Ryan’s word.

**Next day***

Yuri woke up earlier than usual, her excitement for the first day of college bubbling inside her, As the trio arrived at the collage entrance, Zoe and Kenzie were back to their usual bickering. “

Zoe's eyes sparkled, turned to Yuri and said enthusiastically, “This is our college! I hope you enjoy your time here.

Yuri: “it’s beautiful”

Kenz chimed in, “Let’s go inside before all the girls start going crazy over them. They must be arriving soon, you know?”

Yuri looked confused, here brows furrowed. “What do you mean, they will go crazy over

them?”

The conversation was abruptly interrupted by the loud roar of a motorcycle. Kenz

**let out a knowing sigh\, **

“Ah, they have arrived.”

Yuri looked puzzled, wondering who it was. They all watched as the girls gathered around the incoming guys, who had just dismounted from their bike.

Zoe quickly grabbed Yuri’s arm, exclaiming, come on, Yuri, we need to visit the principal office first,”

Before heading to the office, Kenz cast a quick glance at Leo. He smirked at her, prompting her to roll her eyes and mutter,” Idiot.”

The boys walked into the college grounds, chattering away. Leo chimed in, hey, guys, you

know there’s a new transfer student joining our class today!”

Ryan, ever the ladies ‘man, couldn’t help but add, hopefully she’s beautiful,” Zane with a nonchalant attitude, responded, “Eh, whatever. At least we’ll have someone new to pick on this time.”

Leo and Ryan “true”

**The boys sauntered into the classroom as if they owned the place\,**their confident strides and cocky grins drawing the attention of the girls in the class. The girls couldn’t help but get excited as they saw the boys enter. Finally\, the teacher entered the classroom\, silencing the chatter. The boys settled into their seats\, their presence still commanding attention.

Zane, seemingly uninterested in the class, kept his gaze fixed out the window. The teacher tried to regain the class’s attention, announcing, “Everyone, we have a new friend joining us today. “Hearing the teacher, the class erupted in excited

chatter. “Settle down, everyone. You can come in now” As the door opened revealing Yuri, a wave of excitement swept through the class. The teacher,

acknowledging Yuri’s presence, instructed her to introduce herself. Feeling a bit nervous, Yuri looked over her friends, Zoe and ken, who greeted them with reassuring smile. Emboldened by their support, Yuri composed herself and addressed the class confidently.

“Hello, everyone, I am Yuri Chen. Nice to meet you all.”

Zane’s eyes widened as he heard the familiar, sweet voice echoing through the classroom. He instinctively turned his head towards the source, stunned by the coincidence.

It was the same girl from the airport. Her long hair, those deep brown eyes- he was lost in his own world thoughts. However, Ryan’s voice snapped him back to reality. “Yo! Bro,” Ryan began, a sinister tone in his voice, “looks like we have a new target to pick on.”

Leo chimed in, his eyes gleaming with mischief. “Yeah, seems like we’ve found our next victim, “he jeered.