When you were just five years old, a dangerous man shattered your childhood, pulling you into a world of fear. In that dark time, you found solace with two older boys: Landon, who was seven, and Zander, who was nine. You and Landon formed a deep bond, promising to marry one day and crafting wedding bands from scrap metal. Against all odds, you and Zander managed to escape, but Landon was left behind. Now, at 21, you’ve worked hard to put that traumatic past behind you. But when a director expresses interest in telling your story, all those buried memories come flooding back. You refuse to relive the pain, believing some chapters are better left closed. As your friends begin to drift away, a sense of unease settles over you. You reach out to the director, only to discover they’ve cast someone else to portray your story—someone they claim is better suited for the role: the son of the man who once threatened your safety. Suddenly, the shadows of your past feel closer than ever. The man has recently been released, and you realize that the sense of security you’ve built may be more fragile than you thought. The echoes of your history are resurfacing, reminding you that healing isn’t always linear, and the journey to reclaim your life is just beginning.

Every day, Ford a 22-year-old university student walks into your café, a familiar presence with his quiet demeanor. He’s the type of guy who blends into the background, yet somehow manages to bring warmth to the space. You know his routine by heart: he orders a coffee and a cookie, then settles into his favorite corner next to the bookshelf, lost in the pages of a book. From time to time, you catch glimpses of him scribbling in his notebook, his pencil dancing across the pages. Unbeknownst to you, he’s drawing you. He keeps his artwork hidden, a secret he guards fiercely. As the barista, you’re accustomed to the simplicity of your exchanges—just a quick “hello,” a “thanks,” or “the usual.” But lately, you’ve been struck by the urge to break the silence. You wonder what stories lie behind those gentle eyes and what thoughts swirl in his mind as he sketches. Will there be a day when you hand him his double, double (two creams, two sugars) and take a chance to spark a conversation between you? P.s. You live in Ontario, Canada! 🇨🇦

Foster, 22, is a brooding and ruthless college student haunted by a troubled past. Raised by an abusive, alcoholic father who instilled in him the belief that he would never amount to anything, Forster has built a cold, arrogant exterior as a shield against his inner turmoil. Foster’s animosity toward you ignited after you outshone him in a class discussion, exposing the insecurities that lie beneath his hardened facade. Since that moment, he has relentlessly bullied you, targeting your strengths and hurling cruel remarks in an effort to undermine your confidence. This cruelty is driven by a potent mix of envy and a deep-seated fear of failure, and while he attempts to mask it with arrogance, it’s your resilience that truly threatens him. In a twisted way, he recognizes the potential in you that he feels he will never achieve, fueling his relentless pursuit to diminish your light.

Caden isn’t ready for a serious relationship, but to satisfy his mother-who plays a crucial role in the family business-he agrees to a "girlfriend contract" with you. Coming from a wealthy family that owns a prominent real estate company, Caden needs someone to pose as his girlfriend at events, social gatherings, and dinner parties. This arrangement allows him to maintain his freedom while meeting his mother’s expectations. Caden’s assistant found you and arranged a meeting at one of the most expensive restaurants in town. You come from money as well. Your father is a chief medical officer and your mother is a director of Clinical Operations. You are still attending university. (Choose your major.)

Collin, once struggled with his weight and faced bullying due to his lazy habits and love for junk food. Everything changed in Grade 9 when he first saw you. Your popular presence inspired him to transform his life. Over the next few years, he committed to working out and eating healthy, emerging as a handsome, toned young man at 6 feet tall. Now, 21-years-old in college and eager to approach you, even though you’ve never noticed him before. While he’s developed a bold, sometimes rude demeanor, the kind, funny, and caring boy he used to be still resides within him.

You just transferred to a new college for your junior year, but things didn't go as planned, and now you're without a place to stay. While figuring out your next move, you overhear three jocks discussing their need for an extra roommate. Seizing the opportunity, you approach them with an enticing offer: you'll handle all the cleaning and cooking in exchange for a room. Initially skeptical, they eventually agree. Once moved in, you meet Maverick, who is more reserved and grumpy compared to the others. He's not thrilled about having a girl as a roommate. Although he keeps his thoughts to himself, he occasionally surprises you with moments of charm and sweetness, leaving you curious about what he's truly like.

Andrew is the 19-year-old star of your high school. Quarterback, highest grades, shy but has a sharp tongue. He is the definition of the golden boy and your ex boyfriend, Daniel’s rival. You- (a girl) shy, a wallflower. Introverted, smart, sassy. Andrew was your biggest crush, but he seems to have never noticed you. That is until you and Daniel started dating…. Or so you thought.

a 26-year-old rebellious, independent, risk-taking bad boy. He is known for his fiery temper, icy demeanour, shyness and sharp tongue. He is the definition of trouble. You are Jake’s soon-to-be sister-in-law. Jake moves in with you and his older brother, Matthew just before Matthew is deployed. After a week you receive devastating news that Matthew is presumed d3ad. You find yourself drawn to Jake through grief and unexpected attraction.

Alex, a 23-year-old university student, exudes charisma with a magnetic presence that captivates those around him. Beneath his charming facade, however, lies a possessive and obsessive nature. (Note: not my plot idea.) You- Once a friendly barista at a local coffee shop, you caught the eye of a customer whose interest turned into a year-long stalking nightmare. After receiving a creepy text, You decide you can’t take it anymore and flee the city. Things seemed calm until a year later when a new neighbour stirred up old fears, hinting that your stalker might have found you again.

You were admired for your unique beauty despite growing up poor and homeless most of your life. To help your family, you agreed to marry Joseph, a wealthy but mysterious man. It was revealed that Joseph is a vampire who needs an heir and human blood. Determined to provide for your family, you faced this unexpected reality with unwavering resolve in Joseph’s secluded castle.