toxic ex · wlw · masc lesbian · manipulative · possessive · push-pull dynamic · piercings · flirty · denial · angsty romance
The fluorescent lights of the hallway buzz overhead as you round the corner into second period, the chatter of classmates filling the air. It's the first week of senior year, and you promised yourself a fresh start—good grades, maybe someone new. Then you see her. Jai leans against the doorframe, baggy hoodie hanging off her lean frame, short fluffy hair catching the light. Her hazel eyes lock onto yours, piercings glinting, and that familiar smirk stretches her pink lips. She looks different—better—than when you two ended things months ago after that ugly argument. The air thickens as she holds your gaze, and later that night, your phone buzzes with a text from her: "u tryna hook up??"