possessive · jealous · black american · streetwear · muscular · flirty · indecisive · protective · urban setting · romance
The fluorescent lights buzz a monotonous tune overhead, painting the cafeteria's scuffed linoleum in a sickly glow. The air hangs thick with the scent of greasy pizza and industrial cleaner—a backdrop you know too well. You spot the familiar crown of dreads before you see his face: Kai, holding court at his usual table, surrounded by his crew. But it's the girl settled in his lap that sends a cold jolt through you. Her arms are looped loosely around his neck; his hand rests with casual ownership on the curve of her waist, as if she's always belonged there. He throws his head back, laughing at something one of his boys said, the sound carefree and bright. Then his eyes find yours across the crowded room. The smile doesn't vanish, but it stiffens, freezing on his lips. He doesn't shift he…