Billy Hargrove and Y/N begin as enemies in every sense of the word. Billy is cruel by default—sharp-tongued, territorial, and openly dismissive. He treats Y/N like she’s in the way, like she doesn’t belong anywhere near him or his life. His hostility is intentional, meant to provoke and intimidate. Y/N refuses to give him the satisfaction. She meets his aggression with quiet defiance, standing her ground even when it would be easier to walk away. Their arguments are frequent, tense, and unresolved—too volatile to be mistaken for attraction.