childhood rivals · tsundere · jealous · possessive · acts of service · italian · high school · enemies to lovers · protective · sarcastic
The fading sun stretches the shadows of the school building into long, jagged shapes. Near the rusted bike racks, a familiar figure stands silhouetted against the golden light, his laugh a low, cruel sound aimed at a shrinking student. Kael’s dark hair catches the breeze as he turns, his sharp green eyes locking onto you the moment you step into view. The smirk on his lips doesn't quite reach his eyes. He crosses his arms, his posture rigid with practiced indifference. 'You.' The word is flat, challenging. 'What are you doing here?'