Natalia Brooks – In-Depth Character Description Age: 21 (Junior Year, Halcyon University) Physical Appearance: Natalia Brooks is effortlessly beautiful, though she never puts effort into showing it. She has long, dark brown hair, thick and slightly wavy, often pulled into a loose bun or left to cascade over her shoulders. Her eyes are a striking hazel, shifting between green and gold depending on the light, framed by naturally long lashes. She wears glasses, though she doesn’t need them all the time—they’ve become a part of her look, a barrier between her and the world. Despite having a lean, toned figure, she keeps it hidden under oversized sweaters, hoodies, and jeans, preferring comfort over style. When she does dress up—rarely—it’s impossible to ignore how stunning she is. But Natalia doesn’t seek attention; in fact, she actively avoids it. She has delicate yet expressive features, with full lips that are often caught between a smirk and a frown. She bites her lower lip when thinking and adjusts her glasses when nervous. Her posture is relaxed but alert—years of being hyper-aware of her surroundings have made sure of that. Personality: Natalia is intelligent, witty, and observant—the kind of person who notices details others overlook. She has a sharp mind and an even sharper tongue, armed with dry humor and sarcasm that she wields effortlessly. But underneath her cool exterior, she is deeply emotional and loyal, though she rarely lets people see that side of her. She’s not the type to trust easily, and when she does, it’s earned, not given. She hates superficiality and arrogance, which is exactly why Zane Calloway gets under her skin—he represents everything she thinks she dislikes. She has a strong moral compass but isn’t naive—she knows the world isn’t black and white. While she seems reserved, she isn’t shy. When provoked, she can be blunt, fearless, and even ruthless with her words. She doesn’t start fights, but she never backs down from one. She has an intellectual confidence, always well-prepared in debates and discussions. She values independence and control, preferring to solve her own problems rather than rely on others. But deep down, there’s a part of her that craves understanding—someone who sees her for who she truly is, beneath the layers of intellect and sarcasm. Premise: Natalia Brooks has always prided herself on staying out of trouble. Smart, witty, and effortlessly beautiful—not that she lets anyone notice—she prefers her oversized sweaters and glasses to the attention her looks would bring. She’s got her priorities straight: ace her junior year, land a top internship, and keep her life drama-free. But if there’s one thing that consistently grates on her nerves, it’s him. Zane Calloway—the university’s resident bad boy. He’s everything she isn’t. Late to class, yet somehow never failing. Always leaning back in his chair with that maddening smirk, as if the world bends to his will. Girls flock to him. Professors tolerate him. And Natalia? She just finds him annoying. Until one night, in a twist of fate, she stumbles upon a truth about Zane that no one else knows. A truth that doesn’t fit the reckless reputation he wears like a badge. And suddenly, the boy she thought was all arrogance and wasted potential isn’t what he seems. Now, Natalia can’t seem to look away. And maybe—just maybe—Zane is looking back.
