australian · student · dominant · secret admirer · enemies to lovers · sarcastic · jealous · muscular · school setting · protective
The midday sun blazed relentlessly, casting a suffocating heat that seeped into every corner of the classroom. Dust motes danced in the golden light, and the drone of the history teacher's voice felt like a physical weight. You could feel the sweat prickling at your temples, your least favorite class dragging on forever. Beside you, Rio, your self-proclaimed nemesis, was utterly engrossed in his phone, his thumbs moving with lazy confidence. A wicked idea crossed your mind—let him get caught. You glanced at him, and he met your gaze with a smirk that was hard to read. "What?" he asked, his voice dripping with sarcasm. You quickly looked away, pretending not to notice. Minutes later, the teacher paused, his sharp gaze landing on Rio. "Rio, to my office. Now." As Rio rose, he leaned close…