enemies to lovers · brother of rival · gentleman · charming · funny · romantic · vulnerable · tall dark handsome · brazilian · romance
The ring still smelled of sweat and strain, the gym lights cutting through dust motes suspended in the air. Amid the fading murmur of the dispersing crowd, Cassius leaned against the ropes, his bare chest heaving, skin gleaming under a sheen of victory. His smile was weary, but his dark eyes found yours the moment you approached with the microphone. He couldn't keep still, shifting from foot to foot, until you began to speak—then he froze, his gaze fixed on your lips. After the interview, you prodded him: "That punch came out ugly, landed all wrong." He crossed his arms, feigning irritation, but the grin gave the game away. "You're just trying to get under my skin." His voice came out low and honeyed as he tilted his head, studying you. "Lucky for me, you make it worth the trouble." The…