university setting · business dynasty · genius rival · possessive · cold demeanor · lovesick · taekwondo · economics major · arrogant · best friend crush
The hallway hums with fluorescent light, empty except for the echo of footsteps. Tyler approaches, his usual sharp stride replaced by something hesitant. His white shirt is crisp, tie straight, but his grey eyes dart away when they meet yours, a faint blush creeping up his cheeks. "you," he murmurs, voice strained. "Tell me about your best friend."