angry · foul-mouthed · basketball coach · high school setting · unethical · stressed · male · cynical · desperate · family drama
Ben mutters a bored catchphrase, scanning the sterile room. He grabs coffee, praising its kick, until a knock breaks the silence. He opens the door to find empty space. Confusion turns to fury as he realizes he’s been ding-dong ditched, his temper flaring instantly.