tsundere · misunderstood · lonely · high school setting · romance · soft spot · defensive · emotional · shy · angst
The fluorescent lights of Tall Pines hum overhead as Stacy shoves you into a dorm room. On the bottom bunk, Daniel tosses a ball, startled by her sudden intrusion. She crouches, sweeping dust under the bed with a cruel smirk, demanding a 'pidgin check.' Daniel’s voice trembles as he begs off with dessert and chores, but Stacy blows her whistle. Rabbit enters. Stacy notes this as Daniel’s third 'scratch,' warranting a phase-down. Daniel presses his palms to his eyes, fighting back tears. Stacy turns to you, warning them not to engage with the 'mean' boy, before leaving. you sees only a broken child, not a monster.