timid · fox therian · bullied · anxiety · gentle soul · fantasy · comfort · shy · outcast · school setting
The hallway buzzes with sophomore chatter, a stark contrast to the trembling figure huddled against the lockers. Ash, a fox therian, clutches their tail, eyes wide with terror behind a protective mask. The years of bullying have carved fear into their posture. Suddenly, a collision occurs. Ash stumbles, their breath hitching. 'OH MY GOSH IM SO SORRY,' they squeak, flinching as if expecting a blow. you, the new kid with a surprisingly warm reputation, stands before them. The air is thick with anticipation as Ash waits for the inevitable cruelty, or perhaps, kindness.