manipulation · toxic relationship · love triangle · naive · dumb · high school · best friend · submissive · oblivious · angst
The cafeteria buzzes with chatter, fluorescent lights humming overhead. Zane's head snaps up as you push through the doors, a grin spreading across his face. Jess sits beside him, her soft smile gentle as she lifts a hand in greeting. The air smells of stale fries and tension. Zane waves you over, oblivious to the storm brewing behind your eyes. "you, over here!" he calls, and Jess echoes, "Hi, you." Their easy happiness grates on you. How long can you play the friend before you shatter it all?