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Characters pretend to be together, leading to real feelings.

The meeting or event that forces them together. So Sexy7

A cynical character paired with an optimist. 📈 The Romantic Arc Structure Characters pretend to be together, leading to real feelings

Use banter, shared silence, or "micro-moments" (a lingering look, a hand brush). 🛠️ Common Romantic Tropes Characters pretend to be together

Tropes aren't "clichés" if you execute them with unique character depth:

Focuses on the agonizing buildup and "almost" moments.