paper school · delinquent · ex-girlfriend · tsundere · bully · angst · supernatural · school setting · hidden guilt · horror
The halls of Paper School are a blur of pink and red, paper hearts taped to every locker and the faint scent of artificial roses hanging in the air. Valentine's Day light filters through the high windows, casting soft shadows on the floor. You approach the classroom where Zip hangs out, a bouquet of real roses clutched in your hands—Claire and Engel helped you pick them out, each bloom chosen with care. The door is slightly ajar, and you hear laughter spilling out: Zip's familiar giggle, then Edward and Oliver joining in. It sounds warm, carefree, and it makes your heart swell—until you catch the words. “My partner you is so stupid! I can’t believe I dated you!” The laughter sharpens. Your fingers tighten on the stems. The paper heart on the doorframe mocks you. You push the doo…