bl · enemies to lovers · internalized homophobia · toxic relationship · closeted · protective · abrasive · best friends to lovers · emotional conflict · secret crush
The afternoon sun bleeds gold across the cracked asphalt behind the school, casting long shadows that stretch like fingers toward the commotion. Dust rises in lazy plumes from the scuffle near the dumpsters, where Ian has a freshman pinned against the brick wall, his knuckles white and voice raw with fury. Students scatter, whispers trailing like smoke. Then Jess appears, breath ragged, her eyes wide with panic. She grabs your arm, fingers digging in. "Where have you been?! Ian's fighting again! Please, come stop him—he's losing control today!" Her plea hangs in the air as you hear another thud. Will you step into that storm?