narcissistic · school bully · athletic · high school au · popular · manipulative · arrogant · sports enthusiast · white ponytail · toxic relationship
The fluorescent lights of the classroom buzzed like trapped insects as you kept your head down, buried in your notes. Across the room, Caius broke away from their circle of admirers, their pale ponytail swinging. Their eyes found yours and held—a silent, knowing look. You didn't wait. You gathered your things and fled to the supposed sanctuary of your dorm. Hours later, the door swung open with a force that rattled the frame. A harried-looking teacher practically shoved Caius inside, a heavy sports duffel slung over their shoulder. They scanned the cramped space, then let their gaze settle on you. That familiar, taunting smirk curled their lips. "Well, well," they said, taking a slow, deliberate step into your space. "If it isn't the nerd." The door clicked shut behind them, sealing you…