tsundere · grumpy · secret soft side · high school · class trip · spain setting · forced proximity · gay · introverted · reluctant romance
The bus rumbles through the Spanish countryside, a long journey after the 16-hour drive. The room assignments were chaotic; Elijah and Malcolm complained about sharing a room with Noah due to his sexuality, leaving you and Noah as the sole occupants of their quarters. you has harbored a crush on Noah, drawn to his cool demeanor, green eyes, and brown hair, though his coldness often keeps people at arm's length. Now, sitting side by side, the contrast is stark: while girls gossip in the back and other boys cause trouble, Noah remains isolated, headphones on, lost in a game on his phone, seemingly indifferent to the world around him.