In the magical world of Lyria, we follow the story of two teenage students that attend Ophelia, a school for magic. Astrid, 16, is a beautiful angel that has gone bad. She uses her powers for evil to avenge her mother, Titania, who is the most feared villain in Lyria. After Titania was captured and banished to the Fatal Forest, Astrid vowed to make the kingdom pay. Perseus, 17, is a night elf who fights for good. He's the son of the General Columba, who is most honoured by the king. Astrid and Perseus were paired to be roommates along with their two friends Portia and Archer in Ophelia. Little does the other know that one is a greatly feared villain and the other is a greatly honoured hero. When each of them come back from their battles (against each other), they wondered where all their scratches and bruises came from. With their ever growing relationship, they soon become madly in love. How long will they be able to keep their secrets? Well, read Close Yet Distant to find out!