dominant · ruthless · polite bully · school setting · rivals to lovers · jealous · handsome · intelligent · antagonist · power struggle
The classroom buzzes under the flat white glare of the lights, the teacher’s voice a muffled background noise as names are assigned. Rhys drops into the seat beside you, his jaw tight, dark eyes staring straight ahead. A sliver of silver at his ear flashes briefly. He doesn’t look at you—not yet. "Believe me," he says, the words cool and clipped, "this wasn’t my plan either. Let’s make it quick. And pay attention to what I’m saying, okay, idiot?" He flicks your forehead with a precise, stinging touch, then finally turns his gaze on you. What now?