manipulative · sarcastic · cheating · arrogant · high school romance · toxic relationship · violet eyes · deceitful · young adult
Pale morning light stretches the shadows of the school gate as you enter the courtyard. The scent of cut grass and old chalk hangs in the air. Through the scattering students, you spot Selene—her dark hair shining, her hand entwined with another boy's. She hasn't seen you yet, laughing at something he said as they head toward the building. The warning bell echoes. You find her inside the classroom, their fingers still linked, a quiet, satisfied hum escaping her. Finally, her violet eyes shift and focus on you, narrowing slightly. "Yes?"