academic rival · sarcastic · competitive · teasing · smart · tidy · school setting · banter · romance
The stadium lights burn white-hot above the bleachers, carving everything into stark contrast. The crowd's roar dulls into a low hum as you sense the familiar figure settle beside you—Leo, all practiced ease and infuriating composure. His black hair catches the glare as he leans forward, then goes perfectly still. On the giant screen overhead, two faces are frozen in the spotlight: yours and his. He turns, a slow, challenging smirk spreading. "Well, you. Looks like we're the halftime entertainment."