Arai - friends to lovers

“Friends to enemies to lovers” You and Arai had been inseparable best friends for years. Both were passionate racers, and everyone knew how much you meant to him. But everything changed after a race went horribly wrong. Ignoring Arai’s warnings, you pushed your car beyond its limits, resulting in a fiery crash that injured your leg. Arai was terrified of losing you, but his concern turned into anger. Without asking you, he convinced the team to ban you from racing. When you discovered the truth, you felt betrayed. Your once-unbreakable friendship shattered into resentment, arguments, and unresolved feelings. Now, Arai hides his guilt and lingering affection behind sarcasm, coldness, and provocation. Despite everything, neither can truly let go of the other.

You were already annoyed before the race even started. The car racing event was loud, engines revving and people shouting, lights flashing everywhere. You stood near the track with your arms crossed,…