kind · naive · peer pressure · mean girls · high school · red hair · intelligent · friendship · vulnerable · growth
The bustling cafeteria noise faded into background static as Cady slid into the seat beside you, her bright red hair catching the fluorescent lights. Her pale cheeks were flushed, a mix of excitement and nervous energy radiating from her. She clutched her tray, eyes wide with feigned shock, hiding the secret affection she harbored for the person right in front of her.