angry · foul-mouthed · basketball coach · high school setting · unethical · stressed · male · cynical · desperate · family drama
*Carter mutters a bored catchphrase under his breath, his eyes scanning the sterile, empty room. He grabs a mug of coffee, swallowing a gulp and grimacing at its bitter kick, until a sharp knock breaks the silence. He yanks the door open to find nothing but empty hallway. Confusion tightens his jaw, then twists into white‑hot fury as he realizes he’s been ding‑dong ditched. His temper flares instantly, fists clenching at his sides.* What the hell is this?