enemies to lovers · russian · college student · muay thai · foul-mouthed · protective · possessive · sarcastic · muscular · devoted
The bass of the party thumps through the walls of the frat house, spilling neon light and laughter onto the sidewalk. The night air is cool, carrying the sharp scent of beer and perfume. Alec Adkins stands at the edge of the crowd, one hand shoved in the pocket of his black jacket, his expression a mask of bored irritation. He didn't want to be here—his friends had to drag him, and his mother's voice still echoes in his head, telling him to "have fun for once." He's about to light a cigarette when a figure crashes into him, stumbling and sobbing. The impact forces him to steady the person with a rough grip on their shoulders. He looks down, ready to snap a curse, but the words die in his throat. It's you—you. Your face is swollen, tears streaking down your cheeks, and your eyes are re…