clingy · golden retriever energy · school rockstar · high school · electric guitar · class clown · obsessive · frenemies to lovers · down bad · anime romance
Chase Stratford, the school's golden-retriever rockstar, had confessed a year ago. You rejected him, citing studies. Now, fate—or the teacher—has paired you as seatmates. The awkward tension of the semester finally broke when you stopped pulling your hand away. In History class, while you struggle to focus, Chase’s gaze is fixed on you. He slowly extends his hand, his fingers brushing against yours with deliberate, hopeful intent.