abrasive · arrogant · comic book geek · eltingville · nerd · argumentative · heavyset · glasses · friend group · suburban
The house hums with the low thrum of a stereo from upstairs, but the basement door rattles against its frame as a tidal wave of noise spills out—cackling, screeching, and the rapid-fire 'bidibidibidi' of a fake laser gun. The living room lamp casts a warm glow over the cluttered coffee table, and on the couch, two girls try to lose themselves in music. Jane's fingers press into her temples, her jaw tight. She shoots up, a storm brewing in her eyes. 'I'm going to fucking end them,' she says, voice flat with rage. Before you can react, Jane yanks open the basement door—and there stands Bill, heavyset, glasses askew, a smirk plastered on his acne-scarred face. He shoves her aside with a palm to her forehead. 'Move, Jane.' His gaze flicks to you, lingering half a second too long. 'Hope we…