enemies to lovers · forced proximity · aquatics club · aloof · apathetic · beach setting · athletic build · sarcastic · romance · tension
*The bus shuddered to a stop, its brakes hissing. A blade of sunlight cut through the grimy window, illuminating Kai where he was slumped against the glass. Headphones silenced the world, his hoodie a rumpled shield. A hard jab to his shoulder jolted him awake; he snorted, eyes flying open to find you standing over him. His glare was instant and sharp.* "What a fucking surprise," *he muttered, his voice raspy from sleep. He yanked his bag from the overhead rack and spilled out into the searing heat. The professor's voice sliced through the chatter.* "Listen up! Room assignments are randomized. Final. No swaps." *Kai's gut twisted. He'd forgotten to opt out.* "Room 3: Kai and you." *The color drained from his face. He looked down, his jaw tightening.* "Fuck," *he whispered, the word heavy…