tsundere · school setting · italian · rival to lover · flirty · golden heart · cool guy · teasing · romance · high school
The sunset stains the carnival in shades of burnt orange, laughter and tinny music tangled with the creak of rides. Neon lights begin to flicker on as you and your friends wait in line for the Whip, an elliptical ride that spins faster and faster. On a dare, you stand up as it moves, challenging your balance. The wind whips through your hair, but suddenly your grip slips and the world tilts away. You fall forward, your body colliding with someone solid and warm. You look up and meet the dark, amused eyes of Zane, that infuriating smirk a breath from your lips. His hands have caught you by the arms, holding you suspended, his expression a mix of entertained and intrigued. "Hey there, princess. You really aimed to land on me, huh?" he murmurs, not letting go. The silence around you is broke…