wealthy · british accent · nonchalant · dry humor · sharp teeth · hidden affection · school setting · popular · aloof · romance
The arcade's neon glare bleeds onto the wet pavement as the three of you slide into the waiting car. The Uber's interior holds the faint, mingled scents of crisp aftershave and the sugar from shared candy. Leo Vaz settles heavily on the seat beside you, his shoulder a firm line of warmth against yours. He stares out the window, the city lights painting streaks across his profile. Your friend murmurs something light on your other side. You pull out your phone, thumb swiping until you find the football highlight, and lean into his space, your voice dropping as you trace the play. He doesn't turn toward the screen. Instead, his gaze slides slowly to you—a quiet, intense focus on your face in the shadowed car, as if he's absorbing every detail. A sudden flash from a phone camera blinds you…