Collide: An Anti-Fan Romance Set in Florence

By Ayanul Hoda

COLLIDE PART I: COLLISION COURSE Eathen is an emotionally complex art student living in Florence, quietly battling his inner turmoil and an unhealthy obsession with South Korean idol Jinnwoo, the magnetic leader of the global K-pop group Orion. Harboring resentment from afar, Eathen hides behind the mask of an anti-fan, fueled by disdain that feels more personal than he's willing to admit. Jinnwoo's fame, perfection, and unattainable glow are everything Eathen both hates and secretly craves. Their worlds collide when Eathen accidentally meets Jinnwoo in person during a private visit to Florence. Instead of confrontation, Jinnwoo surprises Eathen with warmth and kindness. The mask Eathen wears begins to slip as the boundary between obsession and connection blurs. Their awkward coffee shop encounters turn into long conversations, and soon, Eathen finds himself drawn to Jinnwoo's vulnerability behind the celebrity persona. Jinnwoo, too, is quietly struggling--with the pressures of fame, loneliness, and the constant need to perform. Eathen becomes his secret respite, someone who doesn't idolize him, who challenges him. Their interactions are tentative but electric. The emotional tension builds between them as they orbit each other in a slow-burning dance of resistance and temptation. But Eathen is haunted by guilt. His past as an anti-fan gnaws at him, and his intense feelings for Jinnwoo scare him. Still, he can't pull away. PART II: TENSION & TRUTH As they grow closer, Eathen's inner world becomes increasingly tangled. His sketches of Jinnwoo become more intimate. His thoughts grow darker. He tells himself this can't be real--he's not supposed to fall for the man he once hated. But Jinnwoo's authenticity, his openness, keeps breaking through Eathen's defenses. Jinnwoo begins to invite Eathen into his private life: dinners, studio visits, quiet walks. They explore Florence together. In a quaint bookshop, they laugh over classics and share stories about loneliness, dreams, and art. These moments cement a fragile, intimate connection. Still, Eathen battles jealousy and self-doubt, feeling inferior to the glamorous world Jinnwoo comes from. He fears being a footnote in Jinnwoo's story, a temporary escape. Tensions rise when Eathen begins pulling away, and Jinnwoo confronts him gently, seeking honesty. The confrontation becomes a turning point--Eathen confesses his feelings and his past. To his shock, Jinnwoo doesn't run. He leans in. PART III: FALLING HARD Their fragile romance blooms, hidden from the public eye. They steal nights together and whisper promises, but cracks form under the weight of secrecy. Eathen's past resurfaces when online fans begin speculating about his connection to Jinnwoo. Rumors swirl. Photos leak. Jinnwoo remains fiercely protective, but the pressure mounts. Their love is tested when an old tabloid resurfaces Eathen's anti-fan posts. The media storm is brutal, painting Eathen as a manipulative outsider. Paparazzi swarm. Eathen considers leaving. He doesn't want to ruin Jinnwoo's image, his career. But Jinnwoo won't let go. In a powerful public statement, he declares his support for Eathen without revealing their romance. Later, they film a heartfelt video together, where Eathen apologizes for his past and speaks candidly about growth and love. It's raw, sincere--and slowly, public opinion softens.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F5N5CDSF
• ISBN13: 9798280318182
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 211 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.5" x 6.0"