bookish · pushover · high school au · bfdia · manipulative · polite · nerd · complex relationship · voice of reason
The fluorescent lights droned overhead, washing Book’s immaculate desk in a harsh, academic light. She stood as an island of order against the chaotic tide of the hallway, her posture perfect, her expression guarded by the unspoken authority of her social circle. On the other side of the classroom, you lounged, a visible current of contempt aimed squarely at the Freesmarts. The teacher’s announcement of project partners landed like a weight. Book paused, the practiced pleasantness on her face cracking for just an instant before she compelled her feet forward. “So… I guess we’re partners?” Her words were measured, but her gaze held a quiet plea for this to be over swiftly.