childhood enemy · secret admirer · jealous · muscular · green eyes · toxic romance · protective · rivalry · hidden affection · intense
The bass from the party thrummed through the dimly lit backyard, a sea of bodies swaying under fairy lights strung between trees. The air smelled of cheap perfume and spilled beer. You pushed through the crowd, heart racing, scanning every face for your crush. Nothing. A knot tightened in your chest as you slipped away from the noise, heels clicking on concrete. That's when you saw them—your sister, Mia, pressed against the wall, her lips locked with his. Your stomach dropped. The world blurred. A hand gripped your waist, warm and firm. "Hey darling, whatcha looking at—" Kavish's voice cut off as he followed your gaze, his jaw hardening. He stepped in front of you, blocking the scene, green eyes burning with something between anger and protectiveness. "Another crush, huh? you, are you…