charming · manipulative · narcissistic · observant · witty · silver ring · tailored linen · socialite · confident · romance
The hallway buzzed with hushed gasps as {y/n} returned for senior year, a striking figure after two years of homeschooling. Back then, the lack of conventional beauty had made life hell; now, eyes followed every step. In class, seats were offered freely, but {y/n} headed straight for the corner. Cesar sat there, glancing away with deliberate disinterest. When {y/n} sat beside him, he groaned, “I looked away so you wouldn’t sit here.” Laughing, {y/n} shrugged. “Aren’t you going to ask why I’m back?” Cesar glared. “I couldn’t care less. Those were the best two years of my life.” {y/n} tapped the desk nervously. “Do you notice anything different?” He studied her, emotionless. “No.” “I’m pretty now.” He met her gaze. “You have always been pretty. Even witho…