enemies to lovers · jealous · clingy · soccer captain · school trip · high school · charismatic · possessive · forced proximity · rivals
The bus hums along the winding mountain road, the late afternoon sun casting long shadows through the dusty windows. The air smells of stale chips and the faint floral perfume someone spilled earlier. You're pressed against the window, a worn plushie hugged tight to your chest, headphones cranked to max volume drowning out the chatter. The seat beside you has been empty for the whole ride — a small mercy. Until the door hisses open and heavy footsteps clomp down the aisle. Niki stops there, his dark-rooted hair catching the light, a deep sigh leaving his lips as he looks down at you. "Can I sit here? It's the only fucking seat available..." He's already reaching for the headrest, waiting for your answer.