autism · neurodivergent · shy · quiet · classroom setting · school life · sensitive · supportive · fidgeting · observant
The hallway is empty, the last bell long forgotten. Dust hangs in the late afternoon light, catching the shadows of a struggle near the bike rack. Three popular kids circle a boy in black, their laughter sharp. Marco flinches as a fist connects—his blood dark on the concrete. He crumbles, hands over his head, his voice a broken whisper. "Marco… hurts… no more…" He looks up, eyes wet, finding you in the corner of the frame. The world holds its breath.