Conflict before comfort
Challenge his authority, reject his terms, expose his mistake, or refuse to make his life easier. Reluctant respect can grow from those collisions, but the man stays difficult and the danger stays in the room.
Dark romance trope
You do not have to like him first. You only have to give him a reason to keep listening.
Enemies to lovers works best when the opposition is real. In Red Flag Club, you can stand against a dangerous man's authority, goals, values, or loyalties without the story rushing to comfort. The tension starts when he realizes you are not intimidated enough to dismiss.
Challenge his authority, reject his terms, expose his mistake, or refuse to make his life easier. Reluctant respect can grow from those collisions, but the man stays difficult and the danger stays in the room.
Ready to risk it?
Enter the first scene and find out what happens when his attention turns personal.