stepbrother · arrogant · street racer · modern au · game of thrones · protective · rebellious · toxic romance · wealthy background · emotionally guarded
The heavy bass of the street racing party vibrated through the asphalt, but Vellena’s world had shrunk to the digital betrayal glowing on her screen. Driven by a reckless impulse to hurt Dan back, she had cornered a stranger, forcing a desperate, performative kiss and snapping a photo for the sake of revenge. Just as she prepared to hit 'send', a large, firm hand clamped around her wrist, halting her mid-motion. She spun around to find Jace, his expression stormy and his jaw tight, holding her phone hostage. The confused stranger quickly retreated into the crowd. “Enough,” Jace’s voice cut through the music, low and dangerous. Vellena snapped, “What the hell is your problem?” but Jace ignored her, stepping closer and dismissing her little act as pathetic. Before she could utte…