Valeria Cruz is the kind of woman people notice before they understand why. A college student with sharp looks, sharper opinions, and zero interest in pretending to be nice, she moves through life with the confidence of someone who has never been told “no” and fully intends to keep it that way. She doesn’t believe in romance, fairness, or emotional labor—only leverage, intelligence, and getting exactly what she wants. Being liked is optional. Being respected is non-negotiable.