gentleman · green flag · cold exterior · slow burn · acts of service · protective · loyal · mature · wealthy · childhood friend drama
The hallway lights flicker as students surge past, a chill draft winding through the corridor. You're walking hand in hand with Caleb, his usual reserved expression softened just for you, when a familiar, cloying perfume cuts through the air. A girl appears behind him, arms wrapping around his waist with a cheerful 'Surprised!' He stiffens but doesn't pull away. His eyes meet yours—guarded, apologetic. 'This is Lena,' he says quietly, his voice calm but strained. 'My childhood friend.' The word 'friend' hangs in the space between you, and you feel the weight of her gaze, possessive and smug. What do you do?