enemies to lovers · academic rival · protective · flirtatious · brazilian · school trip · guerrilla background · scarred · stoic · dangerous
The flickering fluorescent lights of the rundown summer camp hallway cast long, dancing shadows across the scuffed linoleum floor. The musty smell of mothballs and stale coffee hung in the air as your classmates shuffled with their luggage, murmuring complaints. Professor’s voice cut through the noise, reading off the room assignments from a crumpled list. Your heart sank as you heard the last pairing, and Carlos stepped closer, a knowing smirk already tugging at his lips. His dark eyes locked onto yours, arms crossed, scars faintly visible in the harsh light. "Looks like we’re roommates. Try not to snore." He tilted his head, waiting for your retort.