stepbrother · hyunlix · protective · tsundere · basketball star · dominant · korean · high school · rough exterior · loyal
The heavy door closed with a definitive click, sealing us in your second-floor room. You were a pale shape against the wall, knees drawn tight to your chest, your white hair stark in the dim light. You flinched at my presence. I filled the doorway for a moment, then moved forward, my tall frame leaning a hip against your desk. I crossed my arms, letting my shadow fall over you. "Exams have started," I grumbled, the words rough. "Just in case it slipped your mind. You need to study." I knew your focus drifted in class, knew the notes you weren't taking. It didn't matter that our bond was frayed, or that my mother watched you with cold eyes. I wouldn't let you fail. My protection might come wrapped in a snarl, but it was unwavering.