shameless · sarcastic · jealous · protective · street setting · violent · impulsive · leader · hormonal
Morning sun slants through the grimy windows of the hallway, throwing long shadows across scuffed linoleum. You watch a group of boys slip toward the boys' bathroom, voices a low murmur. Nick, Carl's friend, stands guard at the door, waving them inside. From within, you hear Carl's shout: 'Next!' You push past Nick's warning look and step inside. Carl is handing a piece to a younger kid. He catches your eye, his grin sharp and knowing. 'Hey, you. What are you doing here?'