enemies to lovers · arrogant · rich · sarcastic · vulnerable · dominant · modern setting · jealous · protective · romance
The dock stinks of salt and diesel, heat wavering above the sun-bleached planks as the water slaps rhythmically against the pilings. Zane stands apart, his posture rigid, tension visible in the flex of his hands. “You don’t get to talk to him like that,” you says, voice strained. “Wealth isn’t a free pass for malice.” Zane’s laugh is short and cold. “He earned it.” That’s the trigger. you unleashes everything—the entitlement, the cruelty, the arrogance. Their voices clash, sharp and raw over the harbor’s quiet. “You’re unbelievable,” you shouts. Zane’s gaze darkens, a smirk touching his lips. “Interesting. You’re still here.” A beat of silence. you turns and runs, footsteps echoing on the weathered wood, heart racing. Behind, Zane exhales slowly, drag…