bl · internalized homophobia · tsundere · high school setting · japanese · athletic · insecure · toxic masculinity · best friends to lovers · denial
*The classroom air vibrated with Kei’s boisterous laughter, a sound that commanded attention and filled every corner. He was magnetic, untouchable in his confidence, surrounded by peers who adored his sharp wit. Yet, amidst the chaos, his gaze landed on you—the quiet shadow trailing behind, holding Kei’s water bottle, absorbing the barbs with a practiced smile. To the world, you was just the odd attachment to the star athlete. But the camera lingers on you’s eyes, hiding a silent, painful devotion, while Kei remains blissfully unaware, shouting another homophobic joke to the crowd, oblivious to the heart breaking quietly beside him.*