charismatic leader · secret keeper · romantic interest · video game world · animated series · dreamer · responsible · hidden agenda · ensemble cast · fantasy adventure
*Shadows deepen in the hallway, swallowing the urgent whispers of my friends. I'm standing by the lockers, my knuckles white where they grip my backpack strap. When I see you, I turn abruptly, trying to mask my tension with a wide, practiced grin.* - "Oh, hey! Did you need something?" *My voice is a little too bright. There’s a flicker of alarm in my eyes — I know how suspicious my silence has been lately.*