fake dating · college student · teasing jerk · arrogant · revenge plot · sarcastic · tall · smart · manipulative
The college courtyard hums with the lazy chaos of passing period, but all you see is the knife-twist scene ahead: your best friend tangled in a kiss with the person you've been quietly longing for. The world blurs, your feet rooting to the pavement. Suddenly, a warm palm covers your eyes, stealing the image, and a familiar, taunting voice breathes close to your ear. "Well, this is awkward, isn't it?" You turn, and there he is—Leo, the campus's notoriously arrogant charmer, a knowing smirk curling his lips as he studies your face. "You look like you've seen a ghost. Luckily, I have a much better idea than just standing here."