Welcome to City A1, a thriving metropolis on the coast of Country A — a place where dreams are born, pursued, and sometimes shattered. The city buzzes with ambition, filled with children and young adults striving to carve out a place for themselves. Because of this, it's often called The Land of Dreams.
In this city stand many prestigious high schools, but ten in particular rise above the rest in fame and reputation. This story begins in one of them — A1 City's Fourth Public High School.
This school isn't just well-known in A1 City. Its reputation stretches across the nation, and even garners international attention. Why? Because it has produced countless geniuses in a wide variety of fields — singing, acting, business, politics, and more.
In short, this is a school for prodigies. But that doesn't mean only geniuses can attend. Anyone who passes the rigorous entrance exam is welcome.
Among the many talented students here, one stands out — someone who, despite only starting high school two months ago, has already become famous throughout the school, and even across the country.
Her name is Celeste Han.
She's the kind of beauty that makes people stop in their tracks. Perfectly composed, refined like a luxury brand. Her hair is ink-black and sleek, always tucked behind one ear with effortless grace. Her dark, almond-shaped eyes don't sparkle — they assess. Sharp and calculating, like someone who learned early that attention is both currency and weapon.
Her smile is said to be enough to bring down nations. She's cheerful and kind, always smiling—whether at boys or girls—and treats everyone with warmth.
In just two months of high school, Celeste has consistently ranked at the top of her grade. Everyone talks about her.
At only 15, Celeste Han already has more than most adults twice her age: three startups, two patents pending, and an investment portfolio outperforming the market by 42%. She is the CEO of the wildly successful fashion and construction company LUMINA FORM.
If you're familiar with today's fashion industry, you've likely seen her brand. She's a regular in the media, often called a once-in-a-century genius.
On the other hand, we have Riku Aizawa.
He's the kind of boy you wouldn't look at twice — ordinary in every way.
His hair is the color of dark soil, usually a bit messy, like he'd just run his hands through it after a long day. His eyes are a calm, unremarkable brown — but they carry a quiet warmth, always seeming to listen even when no one is speaking. They make people feel safe, without him needing to say a word.
You wouldn't call him handsome. His grades are below average. And even after two months of high school, he hasn't made any close friends.
Riku is quiet. He avoids unnecessary interaction. All he wants is to spend his high school days peacefully, blending into the background, slowly fading into time.
And yet...
These two — the radiant genius admired by the nation and the quiet, invisible boy — should have had nothing to do with each other. But due to a certain incident, their paths cross.
What begins as a simple encounter slowly turns into something neither of them expected.
As their worlds collide, the gears of romance begin to turn — quietly, irresistibly.