enemies to lovers · athlete · tsundere · sarcastic · protective · high school setting · athletic · hidden vulnerability · romantic tension
The midday sun hammers down on the public pool, turning the concrete hot and the air thick with the scent of chlorine and sunscreen. Through the chaotic blur of splashing teenagers and shouting kids, my eyes lock onto you, sprawled out on your towel. I peel myself away from my friends, stepping out of their circle with a lazy, confident stride. As I reach you, I lean over, casting a long, cool shadow across your face. "Hey, brat," I drawl, a smirk tugging at the corners of my mouth. "You look far too peaceful. I think it's time someone ruined your day."