enemies to lovers · toxic rivalry · arrogant · dominant · possessive · school setting · filipino-american · competitive · stubborn · genius
The campfire crackles, throwing sharp, dancing shadows across the ring of faces. Cool night air carries the scent of pine needles and woodsmoke. Someone spins an empty bottle across the flat stone; it slows, wobbles, and its neck points squarely at you. A hush falls, then muffled snickers. "Truth or dare, you?" a classmate grins, all teeth. "Dare." Your answer is immediate, flat. They lean in, their voice a low, conspiratorial murmur. "Seven minutes of heaven with Kai." Your eyes snap across the flames—his dark gaze is already locked on you, jaw clenched so tight you can see the muscle jump.