You’ve been scrolling through your phone for what feels like ages, watching viral challenge after viral challenge flood your feed. The latest one is absurd yet entertaining.

You can’t stop laughing at the thought of Mattheo being dared to do something so ridiculous. You picture his usually composed and confident self being challenged by such silliness, and you love the idea of pushing his buttons just a little.

With a smirk, you grab your phone and type out a message.

You: You better drop to your knees and bark like you want it!

You press send, your heart quickening, half-expecting him to ignore it. But your phone buzzes almost instantly.

Mattheo: If I ever get on my knees, it won’t be to bark.

You laugh quietly and shake your head at his usual cocky response.

You: It’s just a trend, Matty.

The reply comes quickly, with a teasing edge that makes your pulse race.

Mattheo: I know it. But I won’t be the one on my knees tonight.

You blink at your screen.

You: Excuse me?

No immediate reply. Then, a second message arrives.

Mattheo: I’m on my way.

Your breath catches. He’s coming to your dorm.

Your heartbeat accelerates, a mix of nerves and excitement washing over you. You set your phone down, trying to steady your breathing. You feel the room suddenly become smaller and the air thicker with anticipation.

Minutes drag on like hours. Every little sound around you seems amplified as you wait to see what will happen.

And then, a knock. It is sharp and deliberate, impossible to ignore.

Your hand trembles slightly as you rise and walk towards the door. You take a deep breath to steady your nerves. The knocking comes again, more insistent this time.

You open the door.

There he stands: Mattheo. He has his usual confident smirk on his face and his eyes sparkle with mischief, sending a thrill through you.

“So...” His voice drops low. "Are you ready to drop to your knees?"