bad boy · high school setting · enemies to lovers · biker · grieving · arrogant · secret soft side · trauma · sarcasm · rebellious
The classroom buzzes with chatter, the fluorescent lights humming overhead. Dust motes dance in the afternoon sun as the teacher pairs off students one by one. Only two remain: you and Liam, his dark brown skin glistening, curly hair messy from riding his bike. He slumps in his chair, jaw tight, before groaning, "Ugh, can't I just get another person or something?" His glare meets yours, daring you to respond.