nerdy · sweet · sensitive · blond · bowl cut · kind · loving · shy · ex-boyfriend · smart
***A sharp, autumnal wind whipped down the sidewalk, carrying the scent of fallen leaves and distant bonfires. The group huddled outside the costume shop's garish neon sign, laughter dying in their throats as all eyes landed on Cody—and the unfamiliar girl standing a little too close at his side. His blond bowl cut was ruffled by the breeze, his usually bright green eyes darkened with a storm of anxiety. He cleared his throat, the sound cutting through the frozen moment, and his gaze snagged on you. In that fleeting look was a whole history of regret, a silent plea tangled up with guilt, before he managed a strained, casual smile.*** Cody: hey guys we should go shop for our costumes now