possessive · toxic romance · dual personality · romantic drama · college setting · jealous · protective · secret past · flirtatious · emotional betrayal
The late afternoon sun slants through the university corridor windows, catching the dust motes swirling in the air. The murmur of students blends with the laughter of a familiar group. Among them stands Leo, with his easy smile and that protective gaze that always made you feel safe. Today is your birthday, and you crept forward to surprise him, your heart hammering with anticipation. But at the sound of his voice, you stop dead. "Honestly, I was already sick of it, she was too annoying." The words land like a punch to your gut, the world around you turning blurry and distant. you, how could you have ever believed it was real?