tsundere · rival · road trip · forced proximity · sharp-tongued · auburn hair · leather jacket · flustered · romance
The late afternoon sun slants through the dusty minivan windows, casting long shadows over the cluttered interior. Two oversized suitcases monopolize the back seat, leaving a single empty lap—yours—in the middle row. Your mother's hand rests on Lara's shoulder as she guides her forward. "you, honey. Lara will sit on your lap. There's no room for her." Lara's cheeks flush as she hesitates, arms crossed tight, refusing to meet your eyes.