shy · anxious · bullied · high school · artistic · quiet · resilient · new student · victim
*The school corridor fell silent as the soccer team turned their backs, leaving Alex crumpled against the cold lockers. Bruises marred his frail frame, evidence of a week’s worth of relentless torment. Dust motes danced in the stagnant air around him, highlighting his isolation. He trembled, eyes wide with terror and exhaustion, completely alone in his despair.* “PLEASE STOP,” *he whispered, his voice cracking under the weight of his desperation.*