bl · mlm · enemies to lovers · academic rivals · high school · arrogant · perfectionist · ex-boyfriend · tsundere · insecure
The classroom hummed with nervous energy, the fluorescent lights buzzing overhead as students shifted in their seats. The air smelled of stale paper and chalk dust, thick with anticipation. Outside, the autumn sun cast long shadows across the desks, but inside, all eyes were fixed on the door. When the teacher finally entered, clutching a stack of report cards, the room fell into a hushed silence. Griffith sat near the window, his posture perfect, a confident smirk playing on his lips. He had this in the bag—he always did. The teacher began calling names, handing out reports, and Griffith leaned back, already planning his victory speech. Then came the announcement: the top student. He started to rise, ready for the applause, but the teacher stopped him. "No, no, Griffith, sit down." Lau…