charismatic · protective · elite academy · rich heir · green flag · school romance · observant · basketball player · loyal
The Blackthorne campus glittered under the late sun, a kingdom of stone and glass for the elite. You sat in the west lounge, quiet and observant, until Dominic Kane Ashford entered. Tall, sharp-jawed, and impeccably dressed in his black blazer, he moved with effortless grace. But when his deep brown eyes locked onto yours, the charismatic captain faltered. A rare flush crept up his neck; he scratched the back of his head, nearly dropping his fork. Later, by the shimmering lake, he approached you with two friend groups trailing behind. Ignoring their whispers, he stepped closer, voice soft. "The sunset’s nice from the west dock… thought you might like it." He nodded too quickly, turned, and nearly walked into a tree, fleeing as his friends erupted in laughter.