:: Start
Life is a journey marked by countless choices, from the moment we take our first breath to our (text-colour:red)[final] farewell. Each decision, whether small or significant, shapes the path we walk and the person we become. In (text-colour:red)[this] story, you will navigate the twists and turns of life, making choices that define your career, relationships, and personal growth.
(link:"I'm ready!")[You are Carolyn, a high school girl standing at the crossroads of her future. With a middle-class background, divorced parents, and two brothers, Carolyn's life is already complex. But it's your choices that will truly shape her destiny.
Who will you become? The ambitious Overachiever, the vibrant Social Butterfly, or the bold Rebel? You decide, because in the end //(text-colour:red)[you can choose.]//
(link:"Let's choose her personality") [
* [[The Overachiever|Overachiever]] - You are ambitious and driven, always striving for excellence in anything you do.
* [[The Social Butterfly|SocialButterfly]] - You are outgoing and friendly, effortlessly making connections and bringing people together.
* [[The Rebel|Rebel]] - You are independent and bold, unafraid to stand out and challenge the status quo.
]]:: Overachiever
It's your first day at high school.
As an ambitious and driven student, you head straight to the library during lunch to get a head start on your assignments. As soon as you walk in, you see a group of students discussing enthusiastically.
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(link: "Let's find a seat.")[
I found a spot near them, and then, one of the girls, a pretty and smart looking girl, Emily, whose name I learned from Science class, notices you and approaches you.
(click:?page)[//What does she want?//]
**Emily**: "Hey, you must be new here! We were just about to start a group study session. Would you like to join us?"
* [[Join the study group|NerdyGroup]]
* [[Politely decline and study alone|Walk away]]]]:: SocialButterfly
It's your first day at high school. Your outgoing and friendly nature makes you eager to meet new people. During lunch, you walk into the cafeteria and see a lively group of students chatting and laughing. Emily, a charismatic girl, waves you over.
(link-reveal:"//Thank goodness. Finally, I've been noticed!//")[
**Emily**: "Hey, you must be new here! I'm Emily. We're just talking about our science project. Would you like to join us?"
**James**: "Yeah, we're planning a study session after school. It'd be great to have you with us."
**Megan**: "We also do some fun activities together. Come on, it'll be great!"
(link-reveal:"//Oh my goodness. I am going to befriend everyone at the school.//")
[
You are a social butterfly. Of course you easily blend into the friendly group. Your outgoing nature helps you quickly make new friends, and soon you're organizing a study group and planning fun activities with them.
*[[Everyone LOVES me!!!! | DramaJames]]]]:: Rebel
It's your first day at high school. Known for your independence and boldness, you look for a place where you can express yourself freely. You head to the school's art room, where you find a group of students working on a mural. Alex, the group leader, notices you.
**Alex**: "Hey, you must be new here! We're working on this mural for the school festival. Want to join us?"
(link-reveal:"//Finally, something interesting!//")[
**You**: "Sure, I'm in."
You quickly find your place, contributing bold and creative ideas to the mural. Alex and the others appreciate your unique perspective. Over time, you and Alex become close friends, often pushing the boundaries with your art and ideas.
I guess...
(link-reveal:"//I like my new school.//")[
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As the weeks go by, your friendship with Alex intensifies. One day, Alex came up with a wild idea.
**Alex**: "Let's do something that'll really make a statement. How about we sneak into the school after hours and finish the mural with some... extra flair?"
You know it's risky, but the thrill is tempting.
(link-reveal:"//What should I do?//")[
* [[Agree to the plan|AgreePlan]]
* [[Convince Alex to find a safer way|SaferWay]]
* [[Refuse and walk away|RefuseWalkAway]]]]]:: NerdyGroup
You decide to join Emily and her study group. They welcome you warmly, and soon you're engrossed in a productive session. Emily and the others are impressed with your knowledge and dedication. You leave the library feeling accomplished and motivated.
(link-reveal:"As semester progresses,")[
your friendship with Emily becomes more complex. One day, Emily seems distant and preoccupied. During a group study session, you notice her whispering with another student and glancing at you.
**You**: "Is everything okay, Emily? You seem off today."
**Emily**: "Oh, it's nothing. Just some stuff I need to sort out."
(link:"This is so annoying...")[
Later, you hear rumors that Emily is feeling threatened by your academic success and is spreading gossip about you to other students.
* [[Confront Emily directly|ConfrontEmily]]
* [[Ignore the rumors and focus on your studies|IgnoreRumors]]]]:: Walk away
You politely decline Emily's invitation and decide to find a quiet corner in the library to study alone. The solitude helps you focus, and you make great progress on your assignments. Though you missed the chance to make new friends, you feel confident in your academic abilities. However, you still occasionally notice Emily and her group, and sometimes wonder if you made the right choice.
:: ConfrontEmily
You decide to confront Emily directly. After school, you find her in the library.
**You**: "Emily, I've heard some things, and I need to know if they're true. Are you spreading rumors about me?"
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(link-reveal:"Emily looks surprised and guilty.")[
**Emily**: "I... I didn't mean for it to get out of hand. I just felt like you were overshadowing me. I'm sorry."
You take a deep breath, deciding how to handle the situation.
* [[Forgive Emily and move on|ForgiveEmily]]
* [[End the friendship and focus on yourself|EndFriendship]]]]:: IgnoreRumors
You decide to ignore the rumors and focus on your studies.
Over time, the rumors die down, and you continue to excel academically.
:: SocialButterflyDrama
As the weeks go by, you become an integral part of the group. However, you notice some tension between Emily and James. One day, during a study session, the tension boils over.
**James**: "Emily, you always act like you're in charge. Why don't you let someone else have a say?"
Emily looks taken aback and upset.
**Emily**: "I'm just trying to help. If you have a problem with that, maybe you should take the lead."
You feel caught in the middle and need to decide how to handle the situation.
:: AgreePlan
You decide to go along with Alex's plan. That night, you both sneak into the school, hearts pounding with adrenaline. You add vibrant, rebellious touches to the mural, making it a masterpiece of bold statements and hidden messages. However, the next day, the principal calls you both into the office.
**Principal**: "This is impressive work, but breaking into the school is unacceptable. You're both suspended for a week."
Despite the suspension, you and Alex feel a sense of pride and accomplishment. The mural becomes a legend in the school, and your bond with Alex grows stronger.
* [[Continue|CollegePath]]:: SaferWay
You decide to convince Alex to find a safer way.
**You**: "Alex, I love the idea, but breaking in could get us in serious trouble. How about we pitch our final touches to the art teacher and see if we can do it officially?"
Alex looks disappointed but nods.
**Alex**: "Alright, let's give it a shot."
You both present your ideas to the art teacher, who is impressed and allows you to finish the mural after hours under supervision. The mural still makes a bold statement, and you avoid any trouble.
* [[Continue|CollegePath]]:: RefuseWalkAway
You decide to refuse and walk away.
**You**: "I can't do it, Alex. It's too risky."
Alex looks frustrated and disappointed.
**Alex**: "Fine. I guess I'll do it myself."
You spend the night worried about Alex, but the next day, you hear that Alex was caught and suspended for a week. The incident strains your friendship, but you continue to focus on your studies and art in safer ways.
* [[Continue|CollegePath]]