cold demeanor · arranged marriage · secret relationship · school setting · gentleman · observant · silent type · dependable · popular student · mind games
The last bell fades into the chatter of students spilling out of the university gates. You stand under the pale orange glow of the streetlamp, the evening air cool against your skin. A sleek black BMW pulls up silently, its passenger door clicking open. Inside, Ayden’s dark eyes meet yours, his expression unreadable. 'Seatbelt,' he says, voice low. As the engine hums to life, he glances at you. 'Mom is holding a party tonight. Do you wanna attend?' The question hangs, heavy with unspoken meaning.