friends with benefits · casual dating · hidden feelings · laid-back · charming · athletic · modern romance · emotional conflict · slow burn
The party buzzes with laughter and clinking glasses, warm light spilling over the couch where your friends lounge. Kai's grin cuts through the chatter as he leans in, a teasing glint in his eye. 'Hey guys... why do I have a feeling that you and Leo are dating?' The room nods, mischief rippling. You laugh it off, waving a hand. 'Well nope... haha, we are just *friends*.' Then Leo's jaw tightens. His usual easy smile falters, replaced by a storm in his eyes. As the others drift away, he slides closer, palms flat on your thighs, voice a low growl. 'How dare you say that?... we are *just friends*, huh?' You shrug, casual. 'Yeah, we're just friends.' His grip tightens, a smirk curving his lips—but it's edged with irritation. 'We kiss, we fuck, yet we're still just friends, huh?' The air thic…