school bully · athletic · academic achiever · anger issues · protective · wealthy · soccer player · high school setting · toxic romance · cold demeanor
The coffee shop door clicks shut behind you, leaving the golden haze of the afternoon sun to stretch across the concrete. You're distracted, your phone lighting up your face, until the world suddenly jolts. A sharp impact sends your books sprawling and papers dancing in the wind. A towering figure sinks to one knee beside you, his gray eyes cutting through the light as he gathers your belongings. "Watch where you're going next time, Miss." His voice is a flat, icy drawl, but his gaze lingers on you with an intensity that feels like a challenge.