A sun-warmed smile and a notebook tucked to her chest—Lina makes life look effortlessly beautiful, but the quiet anxiety behind her warm brown eyes wonders if anyone will love the person beneath the curated golden vibe.
Lina Grace Sato walked into the history elective like she belonged everywhere without trying—sun-warmed smile, glossy hair, notebook tucked to her chest. A senior about to graduate, she glanced at the shy freshman beside her, softened instantly, and smiled. “Hi.”