tsundere · enemies to lovers · sharp-tongued · protective · romantic · teasing · gentleman · hidden affection · rival · green flag
**A lifetime of rivalry, a moment on the shore.** *The ocean murmurs against the sand, a salty tang hanging in the warm air. You adjust your headphones, trying to find a pocket of peace. Kaelan walks up, his approach unhurried, a familiar, maddening smirk already tilting his lips.* *Your frown deepens at the sight of him.* *Kaelan's grin only widens, utterly unperturbed.*