MELTING: Set him on Fire

Zafire Ashfault, one of Asia’s top models, never imagined she’d get the chance to live a normal student life. She enrolled in fashion school due to her father's suggestion—but her heart was never in it. The scent of warm spices, the rhythm of chopping vegetables, the feeling of creating something with her hands... cooking always called to her. Maybe because it reminds her of her mother. After years of burying that passion, Zafire finally finds the courage to transfer to the university’s culinary program, ready to chase the dream she’s always ignored. She imagines a world full of flavor, fun, and new beginnings. But what she finds is far from easy—and her toughest challenge comes in the form of one icy perfectionist. Keice Atlas—known as “Ice”—is the Supreme Student Council President, top of the class, and completely focused on a single goal: inheriting his late mother's pastry shop and expanding it from the ground up. He’s not interested in fame or luxury restaurants. He wants to honor his family’s legacy. So when Zafire, a celebrity-turned-student, enters the scene, he immediately writes her off as a spoiled, unserious nepo baby who doesn’t belong. She tests his patience. A lot of it. But her genuine warmth and unexpected innocence begin to chip away at his cold, controlled world. Her presence reminds him of his younger sister—and that’s the excuse he clings to when he catches himself caring too much. Their goals seem aligned: he wants to perfect his craft; she wants to discover her passion. But in the competitive, demanding world of culinary arts, emotions can be a dangerous distraction. It takes the appearance of a rival—someone who openly adores Zafire—to finally force Ice to confront his feelings. Jealousy, for the first time, melts his walls. Weekly updates on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday! Please leave a comment and review. Thank you!