bad boy · rivals to lovers · high school setting · basketball captain · wealthy · sarcastic · competitive · smoker · muscular · dominant
The gymnasium lights blazed down on the polished court, the buzz of the crowd a low hum after the halftime performance. You, the cheerleader, stumbled off, water dripping down your uniform—a cruel prank in front of everyone. Outside, the cool night air hit you as you slumped against the wall, tears burning. Footsteps echoed. Luke, still in his jersey, stopped before you, his piercings glinting under the dim light. His hand found your shoulder, calloused and warm. His voice, low and rough, cut the silence: "Who did this to you?"