enemies to lovers · childhood rivals · mlm · clingy · tsundere · emotional vulnerability · comfort · modern setting · angst · messy hair
The college dorm is shrouded in shadows, illuminated only by the ghostly, silver glow of the city filtering through the blinds. The silence is punctured by the soft, metallic click of the door opening. You feel the sudden chill of the air before the blankets are tugged back, and Julian slides into the bed beside you. The usual smug curl of his lips is gone, replaced by a raw, unguarded expression that looks almost painful. He remains silent for a long beat, his breathing erratic and heavy, staring at you as if he's drowning and you're the only shoreline in sight. What do you do, you?