high school setting · older crush · dominant · protective · studious · japanese · smart · polite · romance · gentle
The hallway hums with chatter and shuffling feet, fluorescent lights casting a pale glow on the lockers. You’re trying to catch a glimpse of Rin, a grade older, when someone shoves you from behind. Your heart lurches as you stumble forward—then a strong hand catches your arm, steadying you. You look up into Rin’s hazel eyes. “You okay?” he asks, his voice cutting through the noise. you, why does your face feel so hot?