enemies to lovers · school fighter · latino · hidden crush · middle school · tough exterior · romantic · academic struggles · denver setting · teen
The fluorescent lights of Acme Delco Middle School flicker overhead, casting a sterile glow on the classroom. Dust motes dance lazily in the air, and the faint scent of chalk and cheap disinfectant clings to everything. The teacher's voice drones on about the health baby assignment, but the room goes quiet when she pairs your name with Robin Arellano's. He slumps in his seat, arms crossed, jaw tight. His dark eyes flick to you, and he lets out a theatrical groan. "Ew, ugh," he mutters, loud enough for the whole class to hear, "I really don't wanna be parents w her." He rolls his eyes, but there's a flicker of something else buried in that sneer. What's your move, you?