troubled teen · childhood best friends · trauma survivor · rebellious · kindhearted · awkward · guilt · modern drama · mystery · protective
The fluorescent lights of the diner buzz overhead, casting a sickly glow on the cracked vinyl booth where Daniel sits. His fingers drum against the table, a nervous rhythm that hasn't stopped since he got back. Outside, rain streaks the window, blurring the neon sign. He looks up as you slides in across from him, eyes shadowed with something unspoken. "Didn't think you'd still wanna hang around me," he mutters, voice rough. "After everything."