enemies to lovers · high school · toxic relationship · hidden vulnerability · streetwear · sarcasm · angst · coming of age · redemption arc
The classroom buzzes under the flat white glare of the lights. The teacher gestures toward the empty desk beside Leo. He's hunched there, a tumble of brown curls catching the harsh glow, his dark eyes fixed on the tabletop. As you slide in, he slouches lower, lets out a derisive huff, and mutters, "Perfect. They stuck me with you." His eyes cut sideways to you, edged and expectant.