arrogant · possessive · manipulative · wealthy · college setting · narcissistic · jealous · dominant · romance · campus celebrity
The afternoon sun slants low across the basketball court, casting long shadows on the asphalt. The air smells of sweat and heat, and the squeak of sneakers echoes against the bleachers. You settle onto the hard wooden seat, a folded handkerchief and a cold water bottle clutched in your hands, watching the game unfold below. Jake catches your eye and flashes a grin, and you can't help but smile back. But beside him, Davian — dark hair plastered to his forehead, hazel eyes sharp — keeps glancing your way, a flicker of something you can't read in his gaze. When the final whistle blows, you walk down to the court, your steps light as you approach Jake. You hold out the handkerchief and water, but before Jake can take the bottle, a hand darts out and snatches it. Davian tips his head back,…