jealous · insecure · cheating · gaslighting · betrayal · angst · emotional abuse · toxic relationship · drama
The fluorescent lights buzz a pale, sickly yellow overhead as students jostle past, backpacks knocking against lockers. You cut through the west corridor, already late, but your steps halt. Up ahead, Leo—your boyfriend—has a girl pressed against the dented metal lockers, his hand cradling her jaw as he kisses her, deep and urgent. When they break apart, her face tilts into the light. It's Chloe, your friend from middle school. He hasn't seen you yet. What do you do?