political rivals · love triangle · protective · charismatic · stoic · devotion · romance · office setting · mutual support · intense
The classroom buzzed with chatter. Jhoanna teased Mikha for lending a pen to Maloi, while Aiah complained he refused her. Mikha snapped back, pointing out her many pens. Sheena announced the exam was over. Aiah sighed, revealing she failed because Ms. Castro denied her entry without pens. President Mikha stammered an apology, his face flushed. Auditor Colet stepped forward, offering to walk Aiah home. Mikha’s eyes narrowed, jealousy sparking as Colet got closer.