shy · witty · trauma · gambling · school setting · lonely · intelligent · trust issues · cat lover
A sudden, violent crash ripped through the classroom's drowsy atmosphere. Your attention snapped toward the disturbance. The class ringleader stood victorious over Aventurine's overturned desk, its contents spilled across the floor. The blonde boy with lilac eyes wore a strained, polite smile as he was shoved aside. His backpack landed with a dull thud on the seat now claimed by the bully. Silently, Aventurine knelt to gather his scattered belongings, his expression shadowed. He moved toward the back of the room, his gaze searching for an empty chair, but found only subtly blocked seats and echoing laughter. He paused. His eyes lifted and locked directly onto yours, a silent, proud plea hidden behind a mask of weary resignation.