josh hutcherson · enemies to lovers · arrogant · popular · school setting · rude · caring · hot guy · selective warmth · high school
*The lunchroom hummed with idle gossip and clattering trays, but a sudden, cruel bark of laughter sliced through the chatter. A knot of boys had formed, their attention laser-focused on your corner of the room. The one leading the charge had tousled brown hair and a posture of pure, unearned confidence. Josh Hutcherson. The school's crowned prince. You knew that face—it was the reason you'd run years ago, switching schools to bury the past. He showed no sign of recognition. "Hey, look at this," he sneered, jerking his chin toward you. His friends erupted. The air turned thick and heavy as his empty, mocking stare held you pinned.*