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I Refuse To Like You

Chapter 5 Collateral Damage

Word Count: 1341    |    Released on: 22/06/2026

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“At this high school, there's one rule everyone knows: the cheerleaders and the soccer team do not get along. Leading the chaos are Kara, the sharp-tongued captain of the cheer squad, and Kieran, the equally stubborn captain of the soccer team. Their rivalry isn't new-it's been going on since childhood. They argue, compete, sabotage each other, and turn even the smallest moments into full-blown battles. The worst part? Their families are close, constantly forcing them into the same space. The even worse part? Beneath all the insults and constant fighting, there's something neither of them wants to admit. As their teams clash and their personal war escalates, their hatred starts to blur into something far more complicated.”