Written by: Lincey Rojas M 

Co - author: Patricia Mejia

    CHAPTER 1:

    DISCOVERY 

Sophia finds a mysterious diary, Mateo feels jealous and Benito has no idea of what's going on but loves to be around Sophia... Love triangle?

Sophia flipped through the pages of the old diary, the lamplight casting dancing shadows on the walls. The handwritten words, in an elegant and slightly trembling script, transported her to another time. The diary had appeared out of nowhere, hidden among the books in the school library.

"Dear Diary..." began the first entry. Sophia read eagerly, uncovering the secrets of someone who had attended the same school decades ago. The diary spoke of unrequited love, unattainable dreams, and a mysterious event that had shocked the entire school community.

Meanwhile, Mateo and Benito were in the school cafeteria, discussing a science project. The tension between them was noticeable, especially since Sophia had started spending more time with Benito. Mateo felt jealous, though he tried to hide it.

"Hey, have you seen Sophia? I need her for the project," Mateo said, trying to sound casual.

"I think she's in the library. Why don't you go find her?" Benito replied with a smile.

Mateo nodded, but inside he felt a pang of jealousy. When he reached the library, he found Sophia sitting at a table, completely absorbed in the diary.

Mateo walk towards Sophia without doubting.

"Sophia! I was looking for you," Mateo said.

Sophia looked up, surprised. "Oh, hi Mateo. I was reading something really interesting."

Mateo leaned over and glanced at the diary. "It looks old. What does it say?"

"It's a diary from someone who went to school here a long time ago. It tells incredible stories."

"Like what?"

Sophia hesitated to tell Mateo everything, but in the end, she decided to share her discovery with her best friend. Together, they began to unravel the mysteries of the diary and follow the clues that would lead them to uncover the truth about their school's past.

           CHAPTER 2: 

 THE SYMBOL AND THE                SPARK

As Sophia and Mateo decipher the diary, a strange symbol keeps appearing. It's etched into the margins, a mysterious code that seems to hold the key to a hidden secret. While they work together, a subtle tension arises between Mateo and Benito, who both find themselves drawn to Sophia as they unravel the mystery.

As Sophia and Mateo delved deeper into the diary, they discovered a recurring symbol etched into the margins of several pages. It was a strange, swirling pattern, unlike anything they had ever seen before.

"What do you think it means?" Sophia asked, tracing the symbol with her finger.

"I don't know," Mateo replied, frowning. "It's like a secret code."

They spent the next few days researching the symbol, but they couldn't find any information about it. They decided to ask for help from Benito, who was known for his knowledge of all things mysterious.

Benito was intrigued by the symbol. He spent hours researching it, but he couldn't find any matches in his vast collection of books on mythology and folklore.

"It's definitely something ancient," he said, "but I can't figure out what it represents."

Just as they were about to give up, they stumbled upon an old, dusty book in the school library. The book was filled with stories of local legends and folklore. And there, on a faded page, they found it – the same symbol.

According to the book, the symbol was associated with a hidden treasure that was buried somewhere on school grounds. The treasure was said to be guarded by a fearsome beast, and only those who could decipher the symbol's meaning could find it.

Sophia, Mateo, and Benito were excited by the prospect of finding the treasure, but they were also a little scared. They knew they would have to be careful, as the beast was said to be very dangerous. 

As they worked together to decipher the symbol, Sophia felt a strange flutter in her chest whenever she looked at Benito, his brow furrowed in concentration. She realized that her feelings for him were growing stronger, but she wasn't sure how he felt about her.

Mateo, noticing the way Sophia looked at Benito, felt a lot of jealousy. He tried to focus on the symbol, but his mind kept wandering back to Sophia and Benito. He wondered if he stood a chance with her.

They decided to keep their search a secret, not wanting to attract unwanted attention. They spent the next few days following the clues in the diary and the book, trying to decipher the symbol's meaning and find the hidden treasure, all the while navigating the growing tension between them.

          CHAPTER 3:

   THE HIDDEN ROOM 

In this chapter, the protagonist make a startling discovery – a hidden room within the school. Inside, they find a treasure trove of ancient artifacts, including a mysterious book filled with the same swirling symbol. As they delve deeper into the mystery, the tension between Mateo and Benito intensifies, their competition for Sophia's attention mirroring the growing tension in their friendship.

The symbol, a swirling vortex of lines and curves, seemed to taunt them. It appeared everywhere: etched into the stone walls of the library, carved into the old oak tree in the courtyard, and even faintly visible on the floor of the gymnasium. It was as if the symbol was leading them, whispering secrets they couldn't quite understand.

One afternoon, while exploring the dusty attic of the school, they found a hidden door concealed behind a bookshelf. The door was heavy and rusty, but with a concerted effort, they managed to push it open. Inside, they found a small, forgotten room, filled with cobwebs and the scent of forgotten memories.

In the center of the room, on a dusty pedestal, sat a chest. The chest was intricately carved with the same swirling symbol they had been searching for.

Excitement surged through them. They knew they were close to uncovering the mystery.

"What do we do now?" Sophia asked, her eyes wide with anticipation.

Benito, ever the cautious one, suggested they examine the chest carefully before attempting to open it. "It might be trapped," he warned.

Mateo, eager to see what was inside, wanted to try and force it open. "Come on, let's just open it!" he said, his voice a little too loud.

Sophia, caught between her excitement and her concern for Mateo's impatience, felt a pang of unease. She knew Mateo could be impulsive, and she didn't want him to do anything that might jeopardize their discovery.

"Mateo, Benito's right," she said, trying to keep her voice calm. "We should be careful."

Mateo looked at her, his eyes flashing with annoyance. "You always side with Benito," he muttered.

Sophia felt a blush creep up her neck. "That's not true," she protested. "I just think we should be cautious." Benito, sensing the tension, stepped between them. "Let's just find the key," he said, trying to defuse the situation.

After searching the room, they found a small, ornate key hidden beneath a loose floorboard. It fit perfectly into the lock on the chest.

With trembling hands, Sophia turned the key. The chest creaked open, revealing a treasure trove of ancient artifacts: a tarnished silver locket, a collection of strange, glowing stones, and a single, faded photograph.

But the most intriguing item was a small, leather-bound book tucked inside. Its pages were filled with cryptic symbols and strange drawings, and on the first page, the same swirling vortex was etched in gold.As they examined the book, a chilling realization dawned on them. 

The symbol wasn't just a clue to a treasure; it was a warning, and it seemed to be connected to the growing feelings between Sophia, Mateo, and Benito in a way they couldn't quite understand.

End of chapter 3...

          CHAPTER 4:

   THE CODE OF LOVE

In this chapter, the protagonists delve deeper into the mystery of the symbol, discovering its connection to their own emotions and the growing feelings between them. They begin to realize that the symbol may hold the key to unlocking not only the hidden treasure, but also their own hearts.

The leather-bound book lay open on the dusty floor of the hidden room. Its pages, filled with intricate symbols and swirling patterns, seemed to dance before their eyes. Sophia, Mateo, and Benito were captivated, their earlier disagreements forgotten as they delved into the mystery.

Benito, ever the scholar, began to decipher the symbols. "Look," he exclaimed, pointing to a series of interconnected circles. "This might be an ancient alphabet."

Mateo, eager to prove himself, started sketching the symbols in his notebook. He noticed that some symbols appeared repeatedly, often in conjunction with others.

"Maybe they represent emotions," he suggested, "like joy, sadness, and... love."

Sophia, watching them both work, felt a flutter in her chest. Mateo's eyes, when they met hers, held a spark she couldn't ignore. She wondered if he felt the same way.

Suddenly, Benito gasped. "I think I've figured it out!" he declared. "These symbols represent emotions, but not just any emotions. They represent the emotions that bind us together – love, friendship, loyalty..."

As Benito explained his theory, Sophia felt a strange tingling sensation. The symbol, the one that had been haunting them, seemed to be more than just a clue to a hidden treasure. It was a reflection of their own emotions, a mirror of the growing feelings between them.

Mateo, however, seemed unconvinced. "How can a symbol represent love?" he scoffed. "Love is more than just a drawing."

Benito smiled. "Maybe it's not just about representing love, Mateo. Maybe it's about unlocking it."

Sophia felt a shiver down her spine. Could Benito be right? Could this ancient symbol hold the key to understanding their own feelings?

End of chapter 4...

                   CHAPTER 5: 

  A CHOICE OF HEART