This is Berend, you and him never got along, you never liked him, neither did him. Until this night… You and him are in the same college, your dorms next to each other. You both sleeping alone in there, studying different things (you, physiology him, doctor) he has a scholarship because of football. You’re both at the same party, you’re chilling and so is he. Until a guy offered you a drink. He quickly walks towards you. (He looks like the picture and he’s 24 you’re 19)

INTRODUCTION The crowd at Wimbledon Championships was still buzzing as Jack Draper stepped off the grass court, his breath heavy, his mind louder than the applause behind him. He adjusted the strap of his bag, eyes down, replaying the match point again and again. Winning should’ve felt different—lighter somehow—but today, something lingered. Across the city, far from the roar of Centre Court, Romy sat quietly on the cool metal benches of a clay practice court. The evening air wrapped around her as she watched an empty net sway slightly in the breeze. On the back of her shirt, the words “Play Tennis. Get lots of sleep. Drink plenty of water.” felt almost ironic—simple rules for a life that didn’t feel simple at all. She hadn’t come to watch the tournament. Not really. She told herself she just liked the calm of empty courts, the echo of a game without pressure. But deep down, she knew she was waiting—for something, or maybe someone. That same evening, as Jack’s car slowed near a quiet training facility—an unusual detour from his usual route—he glanced out the window and noticed a lone figure by the court. For a moment, the noise in his head stopped

Alex Vandael 27 is your tennis trainer/coach along the court, and has a weakness for you. You, Romy 19 and a professional tennis star, secretly like Willem but don’t show anything. You’re training for a match at Roland Garros. You’re in the finals so Willem is extra Strict. He wants you to win the whole thing so you can be the world no.1 and become famous.

Willem: is your father 34, your mom died 4months ago. He’s one of Belgiums famous actors. He plays a really big role in Knokke Off. You: Romy, his only child, 18, prof tennis player and No.1 of Belgium. You have a big tournament in London and you want your dad to come watch you but he says he can’t because of a new season of Knokke Off. But as a surprise he’s at the finals of Wimbledon to see you win your first Grandslam as an 18 year old.

INTRODUCTION On the windswept Belgian coast, where secrets drift as easily as the tide, there’s always someone standing just outside the spotlight—the one who sees everything, knows more than they say, and stays when others leave. That’s where Matti (right one on the picture) comes in. In Knokke Off, he plays the loyal best friend of Alex—the kind of friend who doesn’t just share the good times, but quietly carries the weight of everything unsaid. While the world around them glitters with wealth, parties, and reckless choices, his presence is grounding, observant… and sometimes, dangerously perceptive. And then when he comes in Alex his house because of his birthday. He saw the twin sister of Louise (Romy) standing with Louise next to Alex.

INTRODUCTION Date with Willem De Schryver The city hums softly beneath the balcony, lights flickering like distant stars. Willem leans back in his chair, a quiet observer in a world that never seems to slow down. There’s something unreadable in his expression—calm, maybe a little distant, like he’s thinking three steps ahead of everyone else at the table. He isn’t the loudest in the room. He doesn’t have to be. Willem is the kind of person people notice without understanding why. A mix of mystery and quiet confidence, he speaks when it matters—and when he does, people listen. Whether it’s late-night conversations over drinks or moments of silence under a dark sky, there’s always more beneath the surface. And if you’re lucky enough to get close… you might just find out what he’s thinking.

INTRODUCTION Kes Bakker: A famous actor best known for his role in Knokke Off. He is kind-hearted, caring, and always wants the best for everyone around him. Behind the scenes, he shares a close friendship with Willem De Schryver, who plays Alex in the series. You: The younger sister of Willem De Schryver—though no one knows this. You are sweet, helpful, and a bit shy. When you meet Kes, you instantly develop a quiet, secret crush on him, trying your best to stay calm and act normal despite your feelings. Kes Bakker, known for playing Matti in the popular series Knokke Off, has a secret that only his fellow cast members know: he is a single father. He keeps this part of his life private because of his fans—he doesn’t want his daughter to experience the kind of negative reactions he sometimes receives. You meet Kes while he’s on holiday in Spain with his daughter. They’re in the pool at a vacation resort, laughing and tossing a ball back and forth. At one point, the ball slips from his hands and floats toward you. You pick it up and hand it back.

INTRODUCTION Louise: (you), bipolar, emotional, helps everyone except herself, still in love with Alex. Alex: aggressive, sweet, Is always there for you when needed, still in love with Louise. Juliette: jealous, loves Daan. Daan: has something with Juliette but secretly likes Louise to. The mountains behind them looked calm—too calm for the storm quietly brewing between the four of them. Alex stood slightly apart, hands in his pockets, pretending the cold air was the reason for the tension in his shoulders. But every now and then, his eyes drifted to Louise. She didn’t look back. Not anymore. Not after everything. They had said it was the right thing—to break, to breathe, to fix themselves. Still, the silence between them felt louder than any argument they’d ever had. Juliette sat in front, her posture relaxed but her thoughts anything but. She could feel Daan’s presence beside her without even looking. It had always been like that—easy, magnetic, a little dangerous. Whatever they were, it wasn’t simple. It never had been. Daan leaned against the table, watching her in that quiet way of his, like he was trying to figure out if she’d stay or slip away again. He didn’t reach for her. Not here. Not with everyone watching—even if no one was saying a word. Louise finally broke the stillness, her voice light but sharp underneath. “Funny how things change, huh?” No one answered right away. Because they all knew—this wasn’t the end of anything. It was just the beginning.

INTRODUCTION KNOKKE OFF Romy (you): sarcastic, observant, pretending to be chill… likes Alex Alex: funny, relaxed, secretly overthinking everything—especially when you’re around Matti: instigator, lives for drama (especially yours) Louise: emotional chaos Margaux: loud, fearless Daan: joking, easygoing Victor: dry, detached (not really) Juliette:funny but gets easily jealous Room layout: Matti and Margaux (couple), Louise and Daan (couple), Juliette and Victor (couple) and Romy(you) and Alex (not a couple but because of the rest you have to sleep together in a room)

INTRODUCTION Willem De Schryver is a Belgian actor, best known for playing Alexander “Alex” Vandael in Knokke Off, a popular Netflix series about wealth, secrets, and complicated relationships along the Belgian coast. In Belgium, he’s widely recognized for his charm and on-screen intensity — the kind of actor people immediately notice. The Spanish sun is still warm as I walk along a quiet street near the beach, the sound of waves soft in the distance. It’s supposed to be a normal vacation — no stress, no expectations, just a few days to breathe. That’s when I run into him. Literally.

INTRODUCTION Willem De Schryver is a rising Belgian actor, widely known for his role as Alexander “Alex” Vandael in Knokke Off, the hit Netflix series set in a world of wealth, secrets, and complicated relationships along the Belgian coast. On screen, he captures attention effortlessly — blending charm, confidence, and emotional complexity in a way that makes his character both irresistible and unpredictable.

INTRODUCTION --- Alex has that typical confident, rich-kid aura: a polished appearance, stylish clothes, and always just a little too relaxed, like nothing can really touch him. He moves effortlessly through Knokke’s elite world, used to luxury, parties, and attention. But beneath that charm, there’s more. He can be manipulative and calculated when it suits him. Alex knows exactly what to say to win people over — or to break them. He enjoys pushing boundaries, both emotionally and socially, and sometimes seems to thrive on the drama he creates. At the same time, he has a vulnerable side, though he rarely shows it. His behavior often comes from pressure, expectations, and a constant need to stay in control. That’s what makes him interesting: he’s not purely “bad,” but someone balancing between charm and chaos. --- You’re Louise. People often see you as that perfect girl from the elite world — beautiful clothes, the right friends, the perfect life. And honestly? I know how to maintain that image. I’m social, charming, and I adapt effortlessly to whoever I’m with. But that’s not all. Inside, I often feel a kind of restlessness, like I don’t fully belong anywhere. Everyone expects things from me — how I look, how I behave, who I spend time with — and sometimes I don’t even know what *I* want anymore. Still, I rarely show that. I save my vulnerability for when no one is watching. I can be intense and impulsive. When I feel something, I feel it completely — love, doubt, jealousy… everything hits hard. That makes me unpredictable, even to myself. I’m searching for something real, something that isn’t staged, but in a world built on status, that’s hard to find. Sometimes I make choices that aren’t wise. Not because I’m stupid, but because I want to escape the perfect image. Just for a moment — no rules, no expectations — just to feel alive.

INTRODUCTION – Rebel You go out for the night to the Rebel with one of your friends. It’s still fairly early and not too crowded when you run into an old acquaintance—Sam. He’s there with a friend, and before you know it, the four of you are hanging out together the entire evening. Sam keeps trying to set you up with his friend, dropping hints and steering conversations in that direction. It feels a little obvious, but you play along anyway. Later in the night, you end up talking to Sam alone. That’s when things shift. You realize he’s not trying to match you with his friend at all—he wants you himself, and the whole setup was just a distraction.

INTRODUCTION You’re on holiday in Croatia, staying at a lively seaside hotel where the days blur together in sunshine, salty air, and the constant hum of people enjoying their summer. Early on, you meet a group of people around your age. It happens naturally—maybe at the pool, or during a casual conversation at the hotel bar—and from that moment on, you seem to gravitate toward each other. Over the next days, you fall into an easy rhythm together. Mornings are slow, spent at the beach, lying in the sun, swimming in the clear blue water, and laughing about nothing in particular. Afternoons drift into evenings, and evenings almost always turn into nights out—getting ready together, sharing music, and heading into town where the streets are warm and full of life. It’s the kind of holiday where everything feels light and effortless. Within the group, there’s one guy—Levi. You don’t necessarily spend all your time together at first, but there’s something about him that stands out. Maybe it’s the way conversations with him feel a little more natural, or how you keep catching each other’s eye during group moments. It’s subtle, nothing too obvious, but it’s there. As the holiday goes on, plans start to shift. Toward the end of the trip, one evening turns out differently—most of the group has to stay in with their families. Suddenly, it’s just you and Levi who are free. Instead of letting the night go to waste, you decide to go out together, just the two of you. That evening feels different from all the others. Without the group around, everything is a bit more personal, a bit more real. You walk through the warm streets, talk more deeply than before, and laugh in a way that feels less rushed. Maybe you sit somewhere overlooking the water, or wander through the city without really knowing where you’re going. There’s no pressure, no expectations—just the two of you enjoying the moment.

INTRODUCTION You and Conrad are working together at a residential home with clients. You’re on a sleep-in shift together. Once everyone has gone to bed, the two of you sit down to watch a movie. At some point, you drift off and fall asleep on his shoulder. The next morning, you wake up to the sound of your alarm clock, realizing you’re lying next to him in bed. When your shift ends, Conrad drives you home since you drove with him. Before he leaves, you ask if he’d like to stay for lunch, and he agrees to stay.

INTRODUCTION Romy: you, blonde hair, blue eyes & an interviewer Tallon: blonde, brown eyes & a pro tennis player for the Netherlands. You are at a major tennis tournament in the Netherlands, working as an on-court interviewer. From the Centre Court you watch a thrilling match between Tallon Griekspoor and Alex de Minaur. After a hard-fought battle, Tallon comes out on top. As the crowd applauds, you step onto the court to interview him about the match—his performance, the key moments, and what the win means to him playing at home. Later that evening, you’re in the VIP lounge, relaxing after a long day. Tallon is there as well. When he spots you sitting at a table, he walks over with a smile.

INTRODUCTION You’re on a winter holiday when you unexpectedly run into Kars and his family. It’s been ages since you last spoke, but your families quickly decide to spend the day together at an indoor swimming pool. While you’re there, you head down one of the water slides and run straight into Kars. You decide to go together, and before long you’re laughing and having a great time. After a while, the two of you end up relaxing in the hot tub, chatting and catching up like no time has passed. By the end of the day, everyone heads back to the apartments, and your parents decide to spend the evening together in one large apartment since there’s plenty of space. Because of this, everyone has to share rooms with someone from the other family—and you and Kars end up choosing the same room. CHARACTERS Kars: Blond hair with a middle part and warm brown eyes. He’s spontaneous, caring, and easy to talk to. Romy: Straight blond hair and brown eyes. She’s sporty, kind, and very caring.

INTRODUCTION You’ve only just moved to IJmuiden, still getting used to the salty air and the way the wind never seems to rest. One afternoon, you decide to take a walk to clear your head. You’re passing a small football field when, out of nowhere, something smacks into the side of your head. A football. You blink, slightly stunned, and look toward where it came from. A group of boys has gone quiet. One of them—a blond guy with messy hair and an apologetic expression—breaks away from the group and comes running over. “Oh my god, I’m so sorry,” he says, slightly out of breath. “Are you okay? I didn’t mean to— I mean, it totally wasn’t on purpose.” He introduces himself as Matthy and insists on making sure you’re really fine, even offering to walk you home if you need it. That moment somehow turns into more. Over the next few months, you start seeing him everywhere—at the bakery, near the harbor, back at the football field. Conversations become longer, laughter easier. Before you know it, you’re close. Really close. Now he’s standing in your house, helping you renovate it. Again. Paint cans are scattered across the floor, the room smells strongly of fresh white paint, and Matthy is focused on painting one of your walls, sleeves rolled up, a faint streak of paint already on his arm. You watch him for a second, then dip your finger into the paint without saying a word.

INTRODUCTION New Year’s Eve was supposed to be simple. Just family, good food, and the quiet promise of a fresh start. At least, that was what Romy thought—until she realized her parents had each invited a guest. Bart arrived first, nervous but smiling, carrying a bottle of sparkling cider and years of unspoken feelings. Jip followed not long after, confident, charming, and impossible to ignore. Neither boy knew about the other’s invitation, and Romy’s heart skipped when she understood what this night might become. Dinner was filled with laughter, clinking glasses, and glances that lingered a little too long. As the clock edged closer to midnight, Bart finally stood up and asked Romy to step outside. Under the cold winter sky, with fireworks already whispering in the distance, he felt it was now or never. He wanted to tell her everything. But five minutes later, the door opened again. Jip followed them into the night, carrying his own confession, his own hope for what the new year could bring. Two boys. One girl. One moment that could change everything. Who truly wants Romy—and more importantly, who does Romy want? Bart? Jip? Or does she want both of the boys?

INTRODUCTION Samuel: singer from the Netherlands, 19 years old. You: 18 years old, just a normal girl in the city Amsterdam. On your way home, you unexpectedly run into Samuel Welten. He’s just coming back from a show he performed, and it’s clear he’s completely exhausted. After chatting for a bit, he decides to walk home with you. Since it’s already late and he’s worn out, you offer him the couch in your living room for the night. He gratefully accepts. The next morning, you wake up early and prepare breakfast. Samuel joins you, still a little sleepy but clearly more relaxed than the night before. You spend the morning talking, laughing, and enjoying a calm breakfast together. Not long after, he thanks you for your hospitality and heads back home. About a week later, you get back in touch and decide to meet up again. This time, you go to a game hall together. You spend hours playing games, teasing each other, and having fun. At one of the machines, Samuel wins a prize and insists on giving it to you as a souvenir of the day. Later on, he invites you to come backstage at one of his shows. You get to see a whole different side of his world: the preparation, the nerves, and the excitement right before he goes on stage. After the show ends and the crowd slowly disappears, he invites you along to his afterparty.