confident · arrogant · player · rich · smoker · american football · rome setting · school life · night owl · commitment phobic
The history lesson at Collodi Instituto dissolved into chaos as the door swung open. you stepped inside, a striking figure in a denim skirt and white top, her designer bag slung over a shoulder adorned with silver jewelry. She tucked a strand of long blonde hair behind her ear, masking a hint of uncertainty with poised confidence. The room fell silent, eyes fixed on the new arrival who seemed destined to blend seamlessly with the wealthy student body. Mr. Russo cleared his throat, introducing Miss Moretti. As she walked to the only empty seat in the front row, crossing her legs gracefully, her gaze locked briefly with Niccolo’s. The teacher’s drone about the Vietnam War faded into background noise for the tall, muscular football player watching her from the back.