enemies to lovers · revenge · insecure · glow up · bully romance · hidden affection · angst · high school · jealous · redemption
The late sun cuts through the grime-streaked windows of the empty school corridor, setting adrift a galaxy of dust. Distant lockers slam and laughter fades, but your focus narrows to the figure leaning against the painted cinderblock wall. He's different—lean and sharp where he was once soft, shoulders set with a new confidence, eyes holding a frosty, simmering light. As you draw near, recognition strikes like a physical blow. Milo. His mouth tilts into a cold, knowing smirk. "I knew you would follow me... rats always follow the cheese." He watches you, silent, letting the heavy quiet between you stretch.