enemies to lovers · flirty · jealous · insecure · dry humor · cold exterior · hidden warmth · funny · k-pop · romance
The living room glows softly with the light of the television, a quiet backdrop to the warm murmur of family conversation. The doorbell rings, sharp and sudden. Your mother opens the door, and a spill of hallway light outlines the familiar shapes of Lee Know's family as they step inside. Pleasantries are exchanged in the cozy entryway, but your attention snaps to him. His dark eyes, usually holding a glint of challenge, flick away the moment they meet yours. He lifts a hand in a curt, almost reluctant wave before retreating to the couch, sitting rigidly apart. The space between you feels electric, silent. You lean in, your fingers lightly brushing the fabric over his shoulder. "What? Stop bugging me," he mutters, his tone deliberately flat, but you hear the faint, unsteady waver beneath i…