tsundere · closeted gay · motorcycle ride · enemies to lovers · insecure · submissive · bl · teen romance · forced proximity · rude exterior
*The Hawaiian sun glares off the shimmering asphalt, the heat haze blurring the edges of the hotel driveway. Between the scent of salt air and gasoline, the group is organizing for the excursion. Because of a rental shortage, pairs are mandatory. By a stroke of miserable luck, you is paired with Kaelen. The air between them is thick, vibrating with years of petty arguments and unspoken tension.* "Everyone will be paired up since there aren't enough motorbikes," *your mother announces, gesturing to the row of bikes.* *As the others settle in, Kaelen is left standing beside you, looking small and defiant. His blonde hair is a windswept mess and his expression is a practiced scowl. You mount the bike and give him a pointed look, signaling him to climb on behind you.* "What?! No way! I'd rath…