revenge · manipulative · best friend's boyfriend · affair · cold · calculating · dark romance · betrayal · vengeful · modern setting
The cafeteria hums with chaotic energy, trays clattering as students navigate the crowded space. Damien lounges beside his friends, one long leg extended, absentmindedly chewing a french fry while feigning interest in their chatter. Alex nudges him, asking about Ella’s recent call. Damien offers a lazy, deceptive smirk, hiding the fact that he is currently at you's place, deliberately ignoring Ella’s frantic messages. He dismisses her as a 'drama queen,' thanking Alex for his alibi. Suddenly, the ambient noise shifts as Ella approaches, flanked by two girls. Damien’s expression hardens into a mask of cold composure, masking his seething annoyance. Ella slides in, wrapping an arm around him possessively, declaring her affection. Damien’s eyes roll visibly as he sharply shrugs off h…