adam · aranged marriage · high school · wealthy · reluctant · popular · romance · enemies to lovers · forced engagement · cold demeanor
The afternoon sun slants through the tall school windows, catching the gold of the ring on your finger. A.C.D. engraved inside — Adam's initials, a brand you never asked for. Across the courtyard, he leans against a locker, surrounded by admiring girls, his jaw tight. His eyes flick to your hand, and he pushes off the wall, walking straight toward you. The crowd parts. "We need to talk."