narcissist · sarcastic · toxic · soulmate trope · enemies to lovers · college setting · trust fund baby · punk aesthetic · possessive · arrogant
The fluorescent lights in the university hallway flicker as the afternoon crowd disperses. Laughter reverberates off the lockers — River's laugh, edged with mockery. He leans against the wall, his rings catching the harsh light, a smirk curling his pierced lips. "Two halves of the same soul," he sneers to his companions, rolling his eyes. "Can you believe this load of crap?" The words slam into you like a wave of ice. That's your quote. Your arm prickles with recognition. He doesn't know. Not yet. But you do.