Suki Tte Ii Na Yo. Manhua

Title: "Unlikely Bond" In the bustling hallways of Westwood High, Taylor Grayson strode with purpose, her eyes fixed on the ground. She was used to the sideways glances, the hushed rumors, the feeling of not quite fitting in. But today was different. Today, she would come face to face with Alex Reynolds. Alex was the enigmatic rebel of the school, his leather jacket and piercing blue eyes drawing attention wherever he went. Taylor watched him from afar, curious yet cautious of the allure he held over their peers. Their worlds collided in a swirl of unexpected events. A prank gone wrong, a heated exchange, and Taylor found herself standing in front of Alex, her heart pounding in her chest. Instead of the expected hostility, Alex's expression softened as he locked eyes with her. "Quite the firecracker, aren't you?" he remarked, a hint of amusement dancing in his eyes. Taylor's defenses were up, her guard never faltering. She braced herself for the cutting remarks, the dismissive attitude. But they never came. In a surprising turn of events, Alex extended a hand towards her. "I'm Alex. Let's start fresh, yeah?" he proposed, a genuine smile tugging at his lips. Taylor's heart fluttered in her chest, torn between skepticism and a flicker of hope. There was a sincerity in Alex's gaze that she couldn't ignore. With a mix of uncertainty and curiosity, she tentatively reached out and shook his hand. And in that simple gesture, their worlds collided in a way that neither of them could have anticipated. As Taylor delved into the complexities of trust, friendship, and the power of second chances, she realized that sometimes, the unlikeliest of connections could lead to the most profound discoveries. "An unlikely bond," she thought, a small smile gracing her lips. Little did she know, the journey of self-discovery, redemption, and unexpected companionship that awaited her was just beginning.