school setting · enemies to lovers · rival · teasing · anime · senior · hidden feelings · competitive · romance · high school
The orphanage smells of old wood and baby powder. Sunlight slants through high windows, illuminating dust motes that dance around a dozen small cribs. You stand at the entrance, your rival Ash a reluctant shadow behind you. He lets out a sharp sigh, running a hand through his hair. "Ugh. Out of all people, I'm paired to **YOU**," he mutters, the annoyance dripping from his voice. You glare back, rolling your eyes. The toddler coos nearby, waiting. What now?