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In the bustling town of Eddington Valley, Emma could barely contain her excitement at the thought of seeing Alan again—her childhood best friend, partner-in-crime, and constant protector. They’d shared everything growing up, from snacks to secrets, and if there were a record for “Most Hours Spent Together Without Getting Annoyed,” they’d win hands down. Alan was a good-looking kid who always caught everyone’s attention, much to Emma’s amusement. But while Emma loved how much he stood out, Alan? Not so much.

He didn’t care about the attention. In fact, he wished everyone would stop swooning over him and start noticing Emma instead. “I mean, come on! Can’t they see how awesome she is?” Alan would think to himself, baffled by the world’s shallow standards. He knew the bitter truth: most people are too busy chasing beauty that fades with age to appreciate someone’s soul. And if they couldn’t see how wonderful Emma was, well, it was their loss.

The two were inseparable, always glued together like peanut butter and jelly. Wherever Alan went, Emma wasn’t far behind, sitting next to him in class, walking home together—basically acting like they were attached by an invisible string. This closeness, of course, made Emma the enemy of many jealous girls, but Alan? He couldn’t care less. His cold shoulder game was strong, and he never let anyone mess with his best friend. They even made a pact in junior high: when high school came, they’d take the same classes, pick the same electives, and finish school with nothing but epic memories. Easy, right?

Well, enter high school. You know how it goes: everything changes. Promises get broken, hearts get stomped on, and Alan? Well, he wasn’t about to be any different. At 17, Alan’s transformation was something out of a teen movie. He went from the cute kid-next-door to a jaw-dropping prince charming, complete with swoon-worthy looks. Girls lined up to catch his eye, and Alan, with his newfound “I-look-like-a-hero-from-a-romance-novel” vibe, was well aware of his power.

Emma, on the other hand, had undergone her own makeover. Gone was the simple girl from junior high; at 17, she had blossomed into someone so stunning, even her parents had to do a double take. Her complexion had lightened, her smile now turned heads, and suddenly, she had the ability to make boys trip over themselves with just a glance. Eddington High was buzzing with her transformation. But wait—Eddington High wasn’t just about looks or even academics. Oh no, it was famous for something much more... interesting.

Now, brace yourself for this: Eddington High was known for its *two-year summer break.* That’s right, not two months—*two years*! But don’t get too excited. This wasn’t the paradise of video games and endless naps you’re imagining. Instead of chilling out, students had to use that time to pick their future courses. And boy, was it a process.

There were two main course categories: one for the serious stuff like Arts, Sports, Technology, or Science, and another for more creative pursuits like Culinary Arts, Architecture, and even Story Writing. But before anyone could kick back, they had to pass a tough exam in their first-choice course. And if you were thinking the sports kids got off easy, think again! No, their exam wasn’t about running fast or kicking a ball; it was a *written* exam. You had to know the rules of the game inside and out! (Because nothing says ‘athlete’ like an essay on soccer strategy, right?)

Emma and Alan? They had no problem with the studying part. They were always top of the class, so exams didn’t scare them. But the real question was: did they stick to their pact? Did they choose the same course, the same future, just like they’d planned in junior high? Or did life throw them a curveball, pulling them in different directions?

Well, you’ll just have to keep reading to find out. This is *90's Teen Love story *, and trust me, you’re in for quite the ride.

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