Behind the old walls of the 95-year old Iloilo Central Commercial High School, a great love story took place. Love does happen in the most unusual places. Imagine, a school doesn't even allow to have relationships taking place inside the school campus. But whether we like it or not, we can't control our emotions. We experience love.

In this story, Hwasiong or ICCHS doesn't look like what we see everyday. The walls are black. The uniforms are black, everything was black.

It was the first day of school. Ram wasn't really that excited. He was never happy. It's because his parents separated, his grandfather died, their business isn't doing well, his appearance... He thinks his problems are never-ending. He went to his classroom, sat down quietly then suddenly, someone attracted his attention. It was Lea, a new student who went inside the classroom. She was like the most beautiful girl Ram has ever seen. Her radiant skin, her dazzling smile. He welcomed Lea warmly. They talked then they became compatible with each other because they have a lot in common. As the days go by, his feelings for her grew deeper and deeper until such time he realized he loves her already.

People noticed that the school was changing. Gradually, the black walls turned lighter in color. It's like it woke up from the slumber of darkness.

Ram thinks it's about time to confess his love for Lea. As they were walking on the hallway, Ram stopped then faced Lea. "Lea, I love you" those words came out on Ram's lips. Lea didn't know what to say. She too loves Ram but her father strictly forbids her to have relationships at such young age. Then the words "Sorry Ram, but I can't" struck him. Those words felt as if those were knives that pierced his heart. He felt angry and hurt.

The next day, Ram didn't go to school. Students noticed the school turning to the shade of "darker than black." If it was black before, it's even "blacker" now. The school year ended bad for the both of them. Lea was transferred to another school while Ram was again back to its unmeaningful life.

Years passed, ICCHS organized an Alumni Homecoming for the batch of Ram. Nothing changed in him except of course his physical appearance. He walked on the hallway where Lea dumped him. He remembers that moment then again feels the pain he felt when the words "Sorry Ram, but I can't" was heard by his ear. He only had one ear, he had this physical abnormality when he was still a child. Everyone laughed at him, made fun of him except for Lea that's why he liked her so much. As he was commemorating that moment, Lea was there looking at him. She approached him then said the words, " I love you too." Surprised, Ram's heart was filled with joy. He forgot all about what the past did to him. They hugged each other then promised to love each other forever.

This story says that Ram's feelings were the reflection of the outward look of ICCHS. The reason was unknown. But since the day Lea said she loved him, the school has never been so colorful.