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Summary:

Get ready to dive into the captivating story of teenage couples as they navigate the treacherous waters of high school and strive to make their relationships last. 

 

Maurice and Elisha have been inseparable since 10th grade, their love story a shining example of black love. However, behind closed doors, they face their fair share of obstacles. Brace yourself for the unexpected twists and turns that lie ahead. 

 

Meanwhile, David and Larissa, an interracial couple deeply in love, face a barrage of challenges from those who don't support their relationship. Will their bond be strong enough to withstand the storm?

 

As for Kendra, a shy and intelligent girl, she longs for the kind of connection her friends Elisha and Larissa have. This year, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery, trying to find her place in the world and figuring out what she truly wants. Will she find love along the way?

 

And then there's Jason, a determined white, wide receiver with a tough upbringing. Despite his difficult past, he dreams of attending college and becoming a biomedical engineer. While he sets his sights on a special girl, he grapples with his own insecurities. Will he gather the courage to pursue her? Can he confront his past and find the happiness he deserves?

 

Join these captivating characters as they unravel the mysteries of love, face societal and familial expectations, and strive to shape their own futures. The journey promises to be filled with excitement, heartache, and ultimately, the triumph of true love.

 

 


Rated: Mature Content
Categories: Original Fiction, Miscellaneous
Characters: Original Character(s), Other
Classification: General
Genre: Drama, Family, Psychological, Romance
Story Status: Active
Pairings: Male/Female, Original
Warnings: Adult Situations, Drugs/Drug Use, Extreme Language, Graphic Violence, Original Characters, Racism, Sexual Content , Strong Sexual Content , Work in Progress
Series: None
Chapters: 72 Completed: No Word count: 124774 Read: 35036
Published: March 31 2024 Updated: October 29 2024
Story Notes:

This story jumps between different character storylines.

 

Story Music Playlist

Fantasia-When I See You

Anquette- I will always be there for you

Alicia Keys- If I Aint Got You

Alicia Keys-Unthinkable

Tevin Campbell- Can We Talk

Joe- Good Girls

Sevyn Streeter - Before I do

112-Cupid

Her-Damage 

Next- Butta Love

Usher - Superstar

Tyrese - What am I gonna do

Floetry - Say Yes

Disclaimer: All publicly recognizable characters, settings, etc. are the property of their respective owners. The original characters and plot are the property of the author. The author is in no way associated with the owners, creators, or producers of any media franchise. No copyright infringement is intended.

 

1. Cast by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (81 words)

2. Supporting Cast by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (300 words)

 

 

 

3. Chapter 1 The First Day of School by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (1029 words)

 

 

4. Chapter 2 The Three Homeboys by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (1092 words)

5. Chapter 3 Nice to Meet You by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (1040 words)

Chapter Song: Can We Talk by Tevin Campbell 

6. Chapter 4 You Make Me Nervous by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (952 words)

Chapter Song- You Dont Know My Name by Alicia Keys

 

 

7. Chapter 5 All That Glitters Aint Gold by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (1135 words)

Chapter Song based on "If I Aint Got You" by Alicia Keys 

8. Chapter 6 Tears and Daydreams by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (1407 words)

Chapter Song: "I will always be there for you" by Anquette

9. Chapter 7 Mother Dearest by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (776 words)

10. Chapter 8 All in My Feelings by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (1117 words)

Chapter Song: "Good Girls" by Joe

11. Chapter 9 A Chance Encounter by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (647 words)

12. Chapter 10 Date Night by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarhalf-star (1836 words)

13. Chapter 11 The Unthinkable by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (1828 words)

Chapter Song: Unthinkable by Alicia Keys 

14. Chapter 12 Hoping and Dreaming by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (1813 words)

15. Chapter 13 A Night to Remember by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (715 words)

Chapter Song: Cupid by 112

16. Chapter 14 Need by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarhalf-star (942 words)

17. Chapter 15 Baby Talk by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (2431 words)

18. Chapter 16 Game On by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (1554 words)

19. Chapter 17 Single by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (1563 words)

20. Chapter 18 The Law of Attraction by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (1558 words)

21. Chapter 19 No More Running by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (750 words)

Chapter Song: When I See You by Fantasia

22. Chapter 20 Electricity...Between Us by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (2215 words)

23. Chapter 21 It's Obvious by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (1766 words)

24. Chapter 22 Revelations by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (2420 words)

25. Chapter 23 Sista Sista by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (1586 words)

26. Chapter 24 Momma's Boy by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 0] (1622 words)

27. Chapter 25 All Mine by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (1028 words)

28. Chapter 26 Who You Loyal To? by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (2134 words)

29. Chapter 27 Who is She? by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (1342 words)

30. Chapter 28 If Trouble was a Person by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (1952 words)

31. Chapter 29 The First Date, Part 1 by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (1313 words)

32. Chapter 30 The First Date, Part 2 by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 2] starstarstarstarhalf-star (2360 words)

33. Chapter 31 First Impressions by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (1319 words)

34. Chapter 32 Trust Issues by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (1844 words)

35. Chapter 33 What You Do To Me by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (1900 words)

36. Chapter 34 A Shoulder to Cry On by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 2] starstarstarstarhalf-star (1640 words)

37. Chapter 35 Reputation, Part 1 by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (969 words)

Chapter Song: Before I Do by Sevyn Streeter

38. Chapter 36 Reputation, Part 2 by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (366 words)

39. Chapter 37 Tests,Games,and Dates by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 2] starstarstarstarhalf-star (1074 words)

40. Chapter 38 The Surprise by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 2] starstarstarstarhalf-star (3583 words)

For this chapter I will be switching point of views between Jason and Kendra to try to capture what they are both feeling. Bear with me. Enjoy!

41. Chapter 39 Daddy Issues by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (1506 words)

42. Chapter 40 White Boy by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (2150 words)

43. Chapter 41 White Boy Part 2 by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (1320 words)

44. Chapter 42 Be Careful by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 2] starstarstarstarstar (909 words)

45. Chapter 43 Family Affair by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 2] starstarstarstarhalf-star (2268 words)

46. Chapter 44 Tears on My Pillow by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (1444 words)

47. Chapter 45 Damage by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 2] starstarstarstarhalf-star (1682 words)

Chapter song: Damage by H.E.R.

48. Chapter 46 Stay or Go by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (1131 words)

49. Chapter 47 All I See Is You by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 2] starstarstarstarhalf-star (2254 words)

50. Chapter 48 Old Wounds by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 2] starstarstarstarhalf-star (3368 words)

51. Chapter 49 Damaged by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 2] starstarstarstarhalf-star (1238 words)

52. Chapter 50 Broken by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 2] starstarstarstarhalf-star (2965 words)

53. Chapter 51 Boys to Men by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 2] starstarstarstarhalf-star (2709 words)

54. Chapter 52 Halloween Night by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 3] starstarstarstarstar (2357 words)

55. Chapter 53 Thirst by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (2468 words)

Warning: This chapter mentions thoughts of self-harm only.NO self-harm actually happens. If this is a trigger for you, I suggest you NOT read this chapter.

56. Chapter 54 Our Future by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (1794 words)

57. Chapter 55 True Colors by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 3] starstarstarstar (579 words)

58. Chapter 56 When the Truth is Revealed by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (1905 words)

59. Chapter 57 The Opp by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 2] starstarstarstarhalf-star (1100 words)

60. Chapter 58 Jason Celebrates with Family by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarstar (670 words)

61. Chapter 59 The Homecoming Dance Part 1 by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarhalf-star (2401 words)

62. Chapter 60 The Homecoming Dance Part 2 by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarhalf-star (3199 words)

63. Chapter 61 The Calm After The Storm by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 3] starstarstarstar (2568 words)

64. Chapter 62 The Talk by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 2] starstarstarstar (2050 words)

65. Chapter 63 My Sister's Keeper Part 1 by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 2] starstarstarstar (2503 words)

66. Chapter 64 My Sister's Keeper Part 2 by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarhalf-star (2893 words)

67. Chapter 65 My Brother's Keeper by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarhalf-star (1362 words)

68. Chapter 66 To Tell or Not to Tell by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarhalf-star (2633 words)

69. Chapter 67 Meeting the Parents by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarhalf-star (2499 words)

70. Chapter 68 Hold Me Close by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarhalf-star (3473 words)

71. Chapter 69 Boundaries by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarhalf-star (2485 words)

72. Chapter 70 Brotherhood by Naturallytenacious [Reviews - 1] starstarstarstarhalf-star (3892 words)

Disclaimer: All publicly recognizable characters, settings, etc. are the property of their respective owners. The original characters and plot are the property of the author. The author is in no way associated with the owners, creators, or producers of any media franchise. No copyright infringement is intended.