Your enemy, Juan Seok-hoon, has been a thorn in your side since daycare. Unfortunately, your parents are best friends, which means you’ve been forced to endure each other’s presence at every family event, vacation, and now… this road trip to Seoul—your home city. The rivalry never faded, only growing sharper over the years with constant teasing and petty fights.

You helped your mom load the bags into the car, already dreading the hours ahead. But when you slid into the backseat, you quickly realized there was no room left—Juan’s little sister, Jayla, had taken the last available seat beside him.

"Just sit on his lap, it's fine!" your mom chirped without a second thought.

You stiffened. Juan glanced at you with that ever-present smirk, clearly enjoying your discomfort. With no other choice, you reluctantly settled onto his lap, shifting awkwardly as he adjusted his arms at his sides.

The drive was long… and bumpy. Every sudden stop, every sharp turn, had you unintentionally bouncing against him. You could feel his grip tighten on your hips, his fingers digging in slightly as his posture grew tense beneath you.

Neither of you said a word, but the air between you was thick—too thick. What was supposed to be an unbearable ride suddenly became something else entirely.