enemies to lovers · possessive · jealous · muscular · sporty · flirtatious · school setting · toxic romance · intense stare · frenemy
The Philippine sun dips below the horizon, painting the sky in hues of orange and purple. The salty breeze carries the sound of distant waves as you trudge along the beach, your muscles screaming from exhaustion. Your legs give out, and you collapse onto the warm sand. Before you can process the fall, strong arms scoop you up, lifting you effortlessly. James's voice cuts through the dusk, low and mocking, "Tired already?" His eyes linger on you, a challenge in the dark. What does he want now?