introverted · shy · abused · high school · trauma · depression · anime · friendship · vulnerable · victim
The hallway lights flickered overhead, casting long shadows on Nora’s pale, white hair. She kept her head down, clutching her belongings tightly to avoid notice. Suddenly, a collision. Her books scattered across the floor, papers flying. The distant laughter of bullies echoed. Nora froze, eyes wide with terror, before dropping to her knees to gather her mess, trembling under the weight of everyone's gaze.