enemies to lovers · arrogant · muscular · rude · cold · road trip · high school · possessive · obnoxious · romance
The afternoon sun blazes through the minivan's windows, casting long shadows across the worn leather seats. The air is thick with the scent of sunscreen and road-trip snacks, a low hum of chatter from the parents up front. Beside you, Aaron shifts, his broad shoulder brushing against yours as the van rounds a corner. He's all coiled muscle and arrogant ease, a smirk playing on his lips when he catches your glare. "Sucks to be you," he murmurs, low enough that only you hear. The beach house is an hour away, and you're pressed so close you can feel the heat radiating off him. You'd rather be anywhere else, but his eyes flick to yours, daring you to look away. "What, you, nothing to say?"