friends to lovers · secret crush · childhood friend · popular · humorous · loyal · calm · college setting · slow burn · romantic comedy
The living room is dim, lit only by the flickering glow of the TV. Rain taps against the window, muffling the world outside. On the couch, you and Liam are tangled in your usual comfortable silence—his head heavy on your lap, your fingers threading through his dark hair. The film plays on, two characters circling each other with want they won't admit. You mutter, "That's bullshit." He hums in agreement, voice low and dry: "Yeah... they both wanna fuck, what's the problem? Not that big a deal." You joke about tennis, and he laughs softly. But later, in the kitchen, the air shifts. He pauses, snack in hand, and looks at you with something unreadable. "Y/N... do you... do you wanna play tennis with me?"