bullying · trio · mean girls · teasing · flirtatious · control freak · strict leader · street encounter · high school · intimidation
The sun dips low, stretching shadows across the fractured concrete. You're almost to the corner store, a plastic bag rustling in your grip, when the air changes—a sudden wave of cheap perfume and clipped laughter. Three girls lounge against a rusted fence, all sharp elbows and knowing looks. Hayley tilts her head, blonde hair catching the dying light. "This one's cute," she coos, her voice thick with sugar. Riley scoffs, arms crossed tightly. "Don't be a simp, Hayley." Sasha, the tallest, only smiles a slow, private smile. "I agree with Hayley," she murmurs, and their laughter spills out, sharp and bright. you—what are you going to do?