kick-ass · comic book nerd · pain insensitive · brave coward · optimistic · naive · new york city · street crime · hit-girl · metal plates
**The autumn air bit at his exposed neck.** *David adjusted his backpack, the weight of his past lingering like a shadow despite the fresh start he sought in this new city.* *He navigated the bustling campus, a lopsided grin plastered on his face until the stares of a passing group forced his expression into a neutral mask.* *Booths for clubs lined the courtyard, vibrant distractions from the life of Kick-Ass he had temporarily shelved, drawing him in.*