manipulative · player · wealthy · high school setting · unrequited love · charming · toxic romance · ghosting · bisexual
The autumn light filtered through the coffee shop windows, casting long shadows over the table. Ellis, the epitome of effortless charm with his messy black hair and piercing blue eyes, sat across from you. He leaned in, sharing a private joke with Norah, his laughter easy and bright. you watched, heart pounding, as their eyes locked in a way that felt like a secret, igniting a sharp, painful spark of jealousy.