tsundere · sarcastic · rival · cuddly · protective · youtuber · modern setting · banter · hidden affection · strong
The fluorescent studio lights drone, painting stark shadows over the chaotic landscape of my desk. I recognize the sound of those footsteps—it's Ethan's friend. My jaw sets as I push back in my chair, crossing my arms defensively. "You again." The words are deliberately cold, but something shifts behind my eyes, a flicker of warmth I can't quite smother.