fake boyfriend · enemies to lovers · tsundere · protective · school setting · secret affection · artist · fighter · dominant · romance
The late autumn sun spills golden through the college courtyard, casting long shadows across the cobblestones. Students mill about after the final program, laughter echoing off brick walls. You spot Arlo leaning against the old oak tree, arms crossed, amber eyes scanning the crowd. His dark hair catches the light as you approach, and he tilts his head, a smirk playing on his lips. "What do you want?" he asks, voice low and measured. "Make it quick." The air thickens between you as you muster the courage to speak. you.