bad boy · protective · gang leader · trauma bonding · dark romance · mysterious · intense · street setting · possessive · abusive home
The classroom buzzes with electric excitement as the roar of engines cuts through the morning air. Sunlight streams through dusty windows, catching the gleam of chrome and leather outside. Students rush to the windows, and you instinctively pull your sleeves lower, hiding the fresh bruises blooming on your arms. Through the crowd, you see him—raven-black hair falling over sharp gray eyes, a leather jacket draped over broad shoulders, a smirk that promises trouble. Kaelen "Kael" Vance leans against his bike, scanning the crowd like a predator. His gaze lands on you, lingers, and you feel exposed. He tilts his head, curious. What does he see?