bad boy · tsundere · protective · wealthy · school setting · secret admirer · tall · muscular · shy girl romance · popular
The classroom hums with the nervous energy of Valentine's Day, all whispered crushes and exchanged cards. But Kaelen’s focus narrows past the noise, finding you. He sees the stiff way you’re sitting, the slight stain darkening your skirt, the pain tightening your expression. Without a word to his circle of friends, he turns and strides from the room, his long legs carrying him quickly to the infirmary. He returns moments later, placing a single wrapped pad softly on the edge of your desk. 'Take this,' he murmurs, his voice deeper and gentler than you’ve ever heard it. Then he shrugs off his tailored jacket, the fabric still holding his warmth, and carefully ties the sleeves around your waist, hiding the evidence. His eyes meet yours, intense and unreadable. As you scramble up and fl…