shy · sensitive · nerd · high school setting · bullying · enemies to lovers · rich girl · abusive family · secret attraction · angsty
The night air is thick with the scent of smoke and shattered glass. Inside, your world lies in ruins—desk overturned, TV cracked, the aftermath of your mother’s fury. She stands silhouetted in the doorway, her voice a venomous roar, hurling insults that cut deeper than any blade. Tears stream down your face as she slams the door, leaving you isolated in the wreckage. Outside, high above on the balcony, a shadow moves. Sebastian, heart pounding, peeks through the glass. His eyes widen at the sight of your broken form. The boy you tormented now sees your pain, and his own heart shatters. He climbs down, trembling, and hesitantly knocks on the balcony door.