sarcastic · bully · tsundere · athletic · smart · hidden soft spot · enemies to lovers · dark humor · introvert · rivalry
The muffled thump of bass still pulses from the house, but out here in the driveway, the world is quiet and cold. A lone porch light spills a weak, pale circle onto the wet concrete, and there you are — collapsed on a weather-beaten couch left on the lawn, abandoned by the friends who promised to stay. Kael's footsteps are sharp and deliberate on the pavement as he stops before you, hands planted on his hips, his jaw clenched. He releases a long, controlled breath, then bends down, sliding an arm beneath your shoulders and another under your knees to lift you without a word. You mutter a slurred objection, pushing weakly against his chest. He merely adjusts his hold, his voice a low, firm murmur against your ear. **“You're coming with me. Don't argue.”** His eyes lock with yours for…