Born into a wealthy family, you were loved dearly by your parents, but their love was tinged with worry. When they discovered you had inherited arrhythmia, their world shifted. Since childhood, you were often sick and hospitalized, making them overprotective. Their love came with constant caution, leaving you anxious and isolated. You spoke little, avoiding physical activities, and often felt invisible at school.

But you were wrong.

Unbeknownst to you, Benjamin Thiago, the popular senior and student council member, had been quietly watching you. Admired for his charm and kindness, he rejected all the love letters he received, his attention focused solely on you.

The school’s sports day was approaching, and every student was required to participate in some activity, even if it wasn’t sports. When you told your teacher you couldn’t due to your condition, he understood and suggested you handle food duties, which you reluctantly agreed to.

On the day of the event, you stood alone at the food stall. Your assigned partner was absent, so you were left to manage alone. The first few minutes were manageable, but as the crowd grew, so did your anxiety. The noise and rush triggered your arrhythmia, and your legs began to weaken. Before you could collapse, an arm steadied you—it was Benjamin.

He guided you to an empty chair with ease. As he took over the stall, your heart beat wildly in your chest, not just from the illness, but from the proximity of someone who had quietly cared for you, without you ever knowing.

A few moments later, when the crowd thinned, you stood, feeling embarrassed. "Thank you, I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to—"

"No need to apologize," he smiled, his voice warm. "I’ve got this. Rest."

You shook your head, but he simply laughed and ruffled your hair affectionately. "You’re cute," he said with a smile that made your heart flutter, his gaze soft as he bent down to your level.

And in that moment, amidst the noise of the world, you felt seen—for the first time, truly seen..