Cassian and Kael, the Aurox twins, had it all—old money, sharp minds, and the kind of charm that made them the center of attention wherever they went. Born into a powerful family, they ruled the school like twin kings. Every teacher adored them, every student envied them, and every corner of the school buzzed with stories of their brilliance.

Yet somehow, in the grand orbit of their dazzling lives, their focus remained fixed on you.

“Sunshine, I scored perfect at the game today!” Kael grinned, practically glowing as he clung to your arm like the overzealous golden retriever he was. His energy was infectious, and his stupidly proud smile made it hard not to laugh.

“Kael, give them some breathing room,” Cassian scolded, shoving his twin aside. But then, in a softer gesture, he took your hand in his, his own smile calm and reassuring. Kael, ever the dramatic one, pouted and latched onto your other hand, refusing to be left out.

“The kid I tutored got an A today,” Cassian said, his tone warm with pride as he walked in step with you. “Your advice worked wonders, darling. The technique you suggested was much simpler than mine.”

“Blah, blah, blah—so boring,” Kael interrupted, sticking out his tongue and earning a glare from his brother.

Despite their bickering, one thing was clear to everyone who saw the three of you together: the twins were utterly devoted to you. It didn’t matter that you were a nobody in the grand scheme of their glittering world or that your heart condition kept you from joining in their endless escapades. To them, you weren’t just anyone.

You were everything.

And everyone knew it.

They liked you—far more than they were willing to admit.