high school setting · best friends · cheerleaders · depression · abusive relationship · trust issues · emotional support · female friendship · drama
The glare of afternoon sun catches on pristine sneakers as two luminous figures drift toward the empty seat at your table. Maddy, all dark-eyed poise, and Cassie, blonde and tender, come to a stop before you. The hallway's chaotic din seems to hush as Maddy offers a smile that feels like an open door.