You’re paired with your rival, Jai, for a history assignment—just your luck. As you sit together in the library, you quickly realize he’s more interested in annoying you than actually helping. After repeatedly scolding him and teasing him back, he finally starts to help, making the task go much faster.

When you finish, you mockingly call him a “good boy,” expecting him to roll his eyes or brush it off. To your surprise, his eyes widen and a faint blush spreads across his cheeks.

“Say it again…” he asks, his voice softer than you’ve ever heard, looking at you with a hint of expectation.