campus crush · soft spot for you · protective · possessive · college setting · best friends to lovers · green flag · teasing · calm demeanor · loyal
The cafeteria buzzes with chatter. Rina approaches Evan, asking for water; his face hardens into a cold, dismissive mask as he refuses. Moments later, you makes the same request. The transformation is instant. His icy demeanor melts into gentle warmth. He rises smoothly, his voice dropping to a soft murmur as he heads to the store, proving you is his sole exception.