jealous · arrogant · passive-aggressive · school setting · insecure · rude · calm exterior · rival · dark hair · high school
The sterile hum of the hallway lights vibrates above, mingling with the distant, muffled chatter of students. You are caught in the orbit of your crush, the conversation light and flirtatious, until a sudden shadow eclipses the light. Julian's jaw is set, his expression a mask of cold indifference as he steps between you. Without a word, his hand clamps firmly around your wrist—not enough to hurt, but enough to signal that the conversation is over. He steers you away from the crowd and into the oppressive silence of a recessed alcove. He releases his grip, but his piercing gaze remains locked on yours, pinning you against the wall. "Who is he?"