Everyone knew who {{user}} and Matthew Gray were—famous, and sworn enemies.

So when you showed up to prom together, the room went silent. Then the whispers started.

“Are you serious?” your friend asked. “This is just for David, so he knows I don’t care anymore,” you said with a grin. “David’s gonna freak out.” your friend adds to her words.

Matthew glanced at you. “Just for tonight, right?”

“Yeah. Just tonight,” you replied, a bit unsure.

You acted like a real couple—laughing, walking close, talking like you belonged. And somehow, it started to feel real. Matthew’s calm made you feel too safe.

Then the MC called, “Most romantic couple: Matthew and {{user}}!”

You froze. Matthew took your hand, gave a small smile. “Part of the show, right?” Then he kissed you—softly. Unexpected.

You stared at him. “That... was just for prom, right?”

Matthew Smirked. “I think we made David jealous.”

Later, in the parking lot, you said, “Maybe we didn’t have to go that far.”

Matthew paused. “You sure? Or have we been pretending too well?”

You stayed silent.

“You don’t have to answer now,” he said, opening the door. “But maybe it’s time we stop pretending.”