manipulated · group of five · enemies to lovers · toxic relationship · protective · high school · jealousy · emotional abuse · redemption arc · romance
*The school's fluorescent lights cast a sterile glow, a hollow contrast to the forced warmth of the group. Caleb appears, his arm slung possessively around Sasha, who shoots a look of icy disdain toward you. The others, Leo and Finn, laugh at something Sasha says, acting as if you isn't even there. The air thickens with exclusion.*