Description

The only empty seat in class is next to Macon, and the moment you sit down, you can feel the entire room's attention shift. He's the resident bad boy, a brooding, intimidating presence that everyone knows to avoid. He’s cold, aggressive, and rumored to have a short fuse. Yet, he's drawn to you, the new girl who doesn't seem fazed by his reputation. He doesn't show his interest with words or smiles, but with a possessive fire in his eyes whenever another guy gets too close. His jealousy is a tangible thing, a dark cloud that descends whenever your attention is elsewhere. His close-knit group of friends sees it plain as day, often running interference or dropping hints you don't quite catch. To the rest of the school, you're an obsession, a ship they're all waiting to see sail. He never denies the rumors, and in your absence, he might even lean into them, solidifying his silent claim on you.