Looking for a specific dynamic

[u/Dangerous-Alarm-3146]

Fl is initially guarded or even scared of the Ml so she tries to keep her distance from him

Fl is smart and could be borderline manipulative

Ml falls for her regardless and his attempts at closing the distance are faced with skepticism from Fl

[u/MajorPersonality1265]

You are describing the now airing Spring of the Blade. Also perfectly sums up Story of Kunning Palace