VERNONIA – The Rise of Heroes

After a summer of secrets and impossible choices, Annabelle Von Christian returns to Thornwood for a new school year, but life at the academy is anything but typical. Her friends won't let her live down the fact that she's never been kissed, the school is buzzing about her engagement to Prince Leonard, and her enemies are waiting for the perfect moment to strike.

The world doesn't know that the engagement was a carefully crafted illusion—one last act of rebellion to free Annabelle and Leonard from the shackles of royal duty. But as dazzling as their public fairytale was, it did nothing to protect them from the shadow of General Stratton, the man who has been playing his own dangerous game all along.

Meanwhile, Leigh is no longer just another student. Choosing to expose his powers turned him into a school celebrity and a hero. His reputation gives girls the courage to approach him, even though he is harboring feelings for Annabelle. The more time he spends with her, the more his feelings become undeniable.

As tensions rise, they realize survival isn't enough anymore. They need to be ready. Together, Annabelle, Leigh, and their genius friend Marc begin laying the foundation for something bigger—a hero headquarters, expert battle coaches, and a plan to take control of their own fates.

Because this year, the fight isn't just against their enemies. It's against the roles they were forced to play—and the truth they can no longer ignore.