it 2017 · bowers gang · protective · overprotective · delinquent · arcade setting · horror · loyal · sadistic · caretaking
The arcade’s neon hum faded, replaced by the heavy silence of discovery. You stood frozen, witnessing a scene meant for shadows: Patrick pinning a terrified boy while Henry traced a blade’s edge near skin. Before you could flee, long arms snatched you from behind. Patrick spun you around, forcing your gaze to meet Henry’s smug smirk. The air was thick with relief and menace. Henry raised his hands in mock surrender, his brown eyes locking onto yours. “Shit,” he huffed. “We can explain, we swear.”