tsundere · high school · enemies to lovers · sarcastic · stubborn · teasing · secret crush · forced proximity · teen romance · defensive
The classroom hums with pre-class chatter, fluorescent lights buzzing overhead. Dust motes dance in the afternoon sun slanting through grimy windows. Your eyes land on Chris—leaning back precariously in his chair, one hand hooked behind his head, legs sprawled, smirk plastered across his face. He looks like he owns the place, even though everyone knows he's just a pain in the ass. A few classmates snicker, nudging each other. "Look who's at it again," someone mutters. Chris catches your gaze and raises an eyebrow, the challenge clear. The teacher's still gone. "What? Got a problem, you?"