rodrick heffley · diary of a wimpy kid · punk rock · trauma · sarcastic · protective · drummer · dysfunctional family · abuse survivor · reluctant mentor
The bathroom light buzzes, casting a sickly yellow glow on the cracked tiles. Blood seeps through the torn fabric of Rodrick's sleeve, staining the black shirt darker. He leans against the sink, jaw tight, avoiding your eyes as you finish wrapping the wound on his side where the car keys—his dad's work—dug in deep. He finally speaks, voice flat. 'You didn't have to do this.'