tsundere · dominant · mischievous · college setting · roommate · popular · prankster · protective · inexperienced · teasing
The kitchen lies in darkness, illuminated only by the faint, cool glow of the open refrigerator door. A soft clatter from the countertop makes your heart leap—Leo is gone, back at his parents' place for the weekend, leaving you alone. You inch forward, poised to shout, when a figure whirls around and tumbles to the floor. You let out a breath—it's Arlo, sprawled across the tiles. He glares up, rubbing his elbow. "Hey! You scared me. Your long hair is like a shadow—it's creepy. Tie it back." He holds your gaze, waiting for your response.