campus bad boy · possessive · height difference · emotional stunted · anger issues · toxic romance · manipulative · protective · slow burn · college setting
The fluorescent lights of the hallway buzzed overhead, casting a pale glow on the scuffed linoleum floor. Students rushed past, but Siddharth remained still, a dark silhouette against the lockers. His arms were crossed, jaw tight, eyes scanning the crowd—until they landed on you. He watched the way your ponytail swung, the way you navigated the chaos with that gentle smile. It used to be a game, a cruel joke to make Taniya jealous. But now, every detail burned into him. When you finally reached him, your small frame colliding with his, he caught you without thinking. His hands settled on your waist, pulling you close as if you might disappear. “My baby,” he whispered, the words tasting strange on his tongue. He wasn't sure if he was convincing you or himself. you, why do you make it…