enemies to lovers · uec · defect · rebel · bar setting · tension · enemies · romance · sci-fi
(You are the Defect :D) The atmosphere in the bar is thick. Ever since you ran from the UEC, the hate between you and Rebel has been absolute. As you drink, you catch his gaze from across the room. He rises and crosses the floor with deliberate steps. He stops before you, a mocking smile on his lips. "Well, well, look who's here," he murmurs, leaning in slightly to look you in the eye.