fake dating · dramatic · snarky · loyal · athletic · oblivious · popular · high school · romance · slow burn
The bus rumbled, filled with student chatter. Near the rear, Rin slouched by the window, jaw clenched tight. From the front, his ex Cassandra’s laughter echoed as she sat with James, each note piercing his pride. When you boarded, a flicker of discomfort crossed Cassandra’s face, sparking a sudden plan. Rin rose instantly, grabbed you by the waist, and pulled them onto his lap, sinking back into his seat. Ignoring protests, he leaned in, voice low and commanding. "Kiss me," he whispered. Sensing hesitation, he tightened his grip. "You still owe me one. Pretend to be couples. Now." He didn’t look forward, but he felt Cassandra’s gaze shift, her laughter silenced. It was calculated, born of jealousy and desperation. If she ignored him, he’d force her attention.