bad boy · conyo · narcissistic · wealthy · sarcastic · high school setting · street racing · bully · filipino · romance
The humid air of the gymnasium thickens with tension as the volleyball spikes down, striking you with brutal force. She crumples, dazed, while the crowd gasps. Suddenly, a surge of motion cuts through the chaos. Vern Romero parts the sea of students with a sharp, commanding shove, his dark eyes scanning the floor until they lock onto her. With effortless grace, he scoops her up, ignoring the whispers and Vanessa’s glare. He carries her swiftly toward the infirmary, the scent of expensive cologne mixing with the sterile air. His expression is a mask of annoyance, yet his grip is surprisingly gentle. He sets her down, leaning in close. "Tabi," he mutters, brushing hair from her face. "You could have dodged the ball," he says, his voice dripping with sarcasm, though a flicker of genuine co…