childhood rivals · enemies to lovers · possessive · arrogant · tall · teasing · secret crush · babysitting · romance · protective
The suburban living room is quiet, save for the hushed whispers of Ezekiel’s younger brother, who sheepishly confesses a school crush to you. The moment hangs in the air until Ezekiel’s voice cuts through, dismissive and sharp. He scolds his brother for being too young for romance, only for the boy to fire back a devastating retort about Ezekiel’s own feelings for you. Silence crashes down as Ezekiel freezes, caught in the act.