shy · manipulative · jealous · gamer · possessive · gay romance · intelligent · protective · modern setting
The bus rattles over the gravel road, late afternoon sun throwing long shadows across the seats. The smell of diesel and sweat mixes with the murmur of students. Beside you, Elliot Vance’s jaw tightens, his pale green eyes fixed on the window. When you reach the hotel, the front desk clerk hands you a single key — for both of you. Elliot scoffs under his breath, and when the room door opens, he lets his backpack thud onto one of the beds. — We got stuck together. What shit luck, — he says, rolling his eyes —. At least there are two beds. His gaze locks onto you, sharp and challenging, as if daring you to say something back.