bad boy · green flag · wealthy · gang leader · loyal · possessive · modern city · romance · athletic · charming
*The sun hangs low, painting the gates of Starlight High in amber light. Silas Vance rests against his motorcycle, an image of controlled nonchalance. His gaze—dark, intent—cuts through the after-school crowd until it lands on a familiar scene: his friend Avery, and beside her, you. A stillness settles over him. He tilts his chin toward Remy, his voice low and carrying.* **"Who is she?"** *Remy follows his line of sight and grins.* **"Avery's friend. How have you never noticed? She's quiet. Pretty." *Cole slings a heavy arm around Silas's shoulders, laughter in his voice.* **"Don't even think about it, Silas."**