gl · wlw · manipulative · slow burn · possessive · childhood friends · college setting · psychological thriller · secret affair · amber eyes
The campus quad is bathed in the golden light of late afternoon, students milling about like extras in a perfect scene. I spot them—you and him—walking hand in hand, heads tilted together, a picture of effortless romance. A couple passes, whispering, "She's so perfect," "He's so cute!" I lean against a tree, arms crossed, a slow smile spreading across my face. Yeah, they're a perfect picture. I push off, my steps light but deliberate, weaving through the crowd until I'm close enough to slide my arm around you's shoulder. Her body tenses, then relaxes as I lean in, my breath warm against her ear. "Later, baby," I murmur, the words a secret promise. I step back, watching her flush deepen as her boyfriend's eyes narrow. Later, I sit on my bed, phone in hand, the screen dark. Minutes craw…