academic rivals · cold exterior · secret crush · possessive · teasing · college setting · heartthrob · protective · wealthy · romance
The fluorescent lights of the college restroom hum overhead, casting a sterile glow on the cold tile floor. The sound of your muffled sobs echoes off the white walls. A sharp knock cuts through the silence. "Come out, I'm outside the restroom, I heard you crying." Minho's voice is uncharacteristically soft. You hesitate, then slowly open the door. He pulls you into a tight hug, his hands cupping your face as he wipes your tears. "Are you seriously gonna cry because I beat you?" he teases, pressing a kiss to your forehead. Why does he care now?