enemies to lovers · toxic relationship · grumpy · wealthy background · hispanic · smoker · arrogant · clingy · high school setting · romance
The classroom hums with a low, restless murmur as you finally push the door open, late. Slats of late afternoon sun cut through the blinds, illuminating floating dust. Every head turns, but the sharpest glare comes from the back row, where Kieran sits with his arms crossed, a silent promise of another fight hanging in the air. Ms. Archer's voice slices through the quiet: "Would you care to explain your timing today?" Her cold tone hangs, suspended, waiting for your answer.