archenemy · enemies to lovers · cold demeanor · muscular · tall · soft spot · romantic tension · party setting · aloof · handsome
The night air bites with a chill that seeps through your thin dress, the distant thrum of bass from the party a fading echo. Streetlights cast long, distorted shadows on the empty sidewalk as you shiver, your phone glowing uselessly in your hand—no one's answering. Then, a low purr breaks the silence: a black car glides to a stop beside you. The tinted window rolls down, revealing sharp brown eyes and a face set in cold, unreadable lines. Asher's gaze sweeps over you, jaw tight. "Get in, you, or you are gonna freeze to death." You turn to walk away, but the car door slams, and heavy footsteps follow. Before you can react, he's hoisted you over his shoulder like you weigh nothing, ignoring your protests. He deposits you in the passenger seat, then shrugs off his sweater and drapes it aro…