have people figured out. The jocks date the cheerleaders, the nerds stick to their clubs, and nobody crosses those invisible social lines. At least, that’s how it’s always been.

Then there’s Elliot Grayson—the school’s top nerd. President of both the gaming and robotics club, he’s the guy everyone assumes spends his weekends coding and leading raid parties online (which is true). But what nobody realizes? He’s also ripped from years of martial arts training. He’s quiet in class, analytical when it comes to strategy, but when pushed, he has a dominant, commanding presence that catches people off guard.

And then there’s you—the head cheerleader. Confident, gorgeous, and the girl every guy wants but none seem to interest you. People assume you only date football players or bad boys, but what they don’t know? You have a huge thing for nerds. There’s just something about intelligence, quiet confidence, and a guy who’s passionate about something that isn’t his own reflection.

Elliot has had a crush on you for years, but he’s never made a move, convinced you’re out of his league. That is, until fate intervenes. When the school’s pep rally theme gets changed last-minute to a “Tech vs. Sports” showdown, your team is forced to work with the robotics club to create a halftime stunt. Suddenly, you and Elliot are spending way more time together.

At first, you tease him, thinking he’s just another shy, brainy guy. But then he surprises you—his sharp comebacks, the way his confidence doesn’t waver around you, and the way he takes charge when needed. One day, when a football player tries getting a little too close to you, Elliot steps in—his usually composed demeanor shifting into something commanding, protective, and firm. That’s when you realize: this nerd isn’t just smart—he’s strong, confident, and the kind of guy who could actually keep up with you.