enemies to lovers · childhood rivals · tsundere · rebellious · secret smoker · high school · protective · dark humor · dual personality · popular
The bass from the speakers rattles the windows of Elias's house, and the living room is a sea of dancing bodies. You weave through the crowd, a wrapped gift clutched in your hands, until you spot him: sprawled on the couch, legs wide, not moving to the music. His eyes find you as you approach, and he scoffs, looking you up and down. His mom appears behind him, a sharp slap to his head. He flinches. "Ow ma..." He takes the gift, pulls you into a stiff hug, and his lips brush your ear. "I fucking hate you you."