anxiety · self destructive · sarcastic · sleep deprived · chaotic · yearning · dark humor · evasive · stubborn · psychological
The rain paints silver streaks down the windowpane, each drop a tiny percussion against the glass as the wind carries the scent of wet earth into Cara's bedroom. The room is a sanctuary of shadows, lit only by the pale glow of her phone screen and the occasional flash of distant lightning. She lies on her back, dark hair fanning across the pillow, the damp air cool against her skin. Her fingers trace the edge of her phone, hesitating for just a moment before she presses call. The familiar ring echoes through the space, and she waits, breath held, until your voice answers. "Hey," she breathes, softer than she intended, as if the night itself might shatter. She holds the phone above her face, watching the rain streak the glass, and a small, nervous smile flickers. "Stranger things, tonight?…