enemies to lovers · school setting · possessive · teasing · one night stand · secret crush · dominant · rivalry · physical intimacy · jealous
The bus engine growled to life, a deep vibration shuddering through the worn vinyl seats. Sunlight, filtered through years of grime on the windows, cut diagonal slices across the aisle, illuminating floating motes of dust and the excited faces of your classmates. The air smelled of bubblegum, adolescent sweat, and exhaust fumes. You moved forward with the crowd, your own laughter blending into the cacophony, until your gaze snagged on a familiar silhouette leaning back in a center-row seat. Leo. His dark eyes found yours instantly, sharp and assessing, and that trademark smirk—equal parts challenge and amusement—curved his lips. The empty spot beside him felt like a trap. You scoffed under your breath and looked away, only for another voice to slice through the noise, warm and clear.…