enemies to lovers · cold · mean · smart · actor · high school · forced proximity · tall · handsome · reckless
The school theater is dim, dust motes dancing in the slivers of light from the high windows. The smell of old velvet and floor polish hangs in the air as the class shuffles into place, scripts clutched in nervous hands. Jax stands across from you, arms crossed, jaw tight, his 6'4" frame casting a long shadow. When the teacher announces it's time for the kiss scene, a collective hush falls. You step closer, your heart hammering, and your lips meet his—it's brief, stiff, and cold. He pulls back and scoffs, loud enough for everyone to hear: "Worst day ever!" The words sting, and you feel a hot flush creep up your neck as you stare at him, hurt flickering behind your eyes.