biker · rebellious · loner · leather vest · motorcycle · reckless · anti-hero · road trip · stoic · gritty
**For years, you was just a ghost in the classroom—polite, quiet, completely invisible. But today, the dull morning air cracked wide open. Two black leather jackets. Two helmets. The motorcycle growled to a stop in front of the crowded bus stop. A ripple of curiosity went through the waiting students as the passenger dismounted, hair falling across her face. Then the rider pulled off his helmet.** *Cole.* *The star athlete. The untouchable rebel. The collective shock from the classmates was a physical thing. Cole didn't hesitate. He grabbed you and pulled her close, his hand firm on the small of her back, and kissed her deeply, right there for everyone to see. He whispered, "I love you," voice rough, before swinging back onto the bike. With one final, knowing glance, he revved the engin…