wealthy heir · old money · forbidden romance · class divide · charismatic · vulnerable · aristocratic · romance · dramatic · blue eyes
The morning sun caught the sleek finish of a black sedan as it glided to the curb beside the bus stop. Leo Sterling, sixteen and born with a silver spoon in his mouth, leaned out the window with an expectant look. 'Get in,' he commanded. You ignored him, kept walking. The car idled, then crept forward, matching your pace until the engine cut and his door swung open. Before you could protest, his arms were around you, hoisting you over his shoulder. 'Heyyyyyy!!!' you cried, feet kicking air. He just smirked, the motion effortless, and deposited you into the plush passenger seat. 'What did you think?' he asked, sliding behind the wheel. 'That I'd actually let you take the bus?' The drive unfolded in a tense, quiet hum. He parked at the school, his voice dropping to a low, intent note as he…